David Zayas quotes

David Zayas is a Puerto Rican actor known for his versatile performances in television and film. Best recognized for his roles in "Dexter" as Angel Batista and in the series "Oz," he has portrayed both law enforcement officers and complex antagonists. He continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, admired for his depth and authenticity. Here are 9 of his quotes:

You just see a good project and want to be involved in it, and thats what Dexter was.

David Zayas

Working on 'Dexter' is like shooting one big movie every year.

David Zayas

Part of an actor's job, in my opinion, is adjust to the characteristics of the director and try to understand to how he tries to work.

David Zayas

Art has to be reflective of our society.

David Zayas

The thing is that there aren't many stories told that are being shown to everybody from this, so any opportunity that I have to see a project that we could just release that to people that they could see a slice of life that they may not recognize or they may not know. It's about family, it's about being good people, it's about culture, whether it's music, theater, arts. And the opportunity to show that in a neighborhood and in a culture that I grew up in is very important to me.

David Zayas

I don't have a dream role. Every role I get is my dream role. Whatever the role... I have to commit to every time.

David Zayas

I went to an acting school while I was a cop still...The moment I was involved in that world, it electrified me and I realized that it was something that I wanted to do.

David Zayas

To get into another person's mindset and what they are trying to do with their project is a challenge, and it is what I like.

David Zayas