Lou Diamond Phillips is a multifaceted actor, director, writer, and advocate. He first gained recognition for his portrayal of Ritchie Valens in La Bamba and won an Independent Spirit Award for his performance in Stand and Deliver. He’s also appeared in Chuck, Psych, Law and Order: SVU, and Stargate: Universe. Phillips has co-written screenplays for Trespasses, Dangerous Touch, and Ambition.