Merlin Santana
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Biography
Biography
Dominican-born Merlin Santana was a beloved actor, well-known for his memorable performances in television. In 1979, he began his career as an advertising model for fast food chains. In 2001, he co-starred in the feature "Flossin," which was directed by Todd Bridges. Santana's early acting career was mostly founded on his roles in various television comedies, such as "The Cosby Show" (NBC, 1984-1992), "Major Dad" (CBS, 1989-1993) and "Getting By" (1992-94). He also appeared in "Hangin' With Mr. Cooper" (ABC, 1992-97). He also appeared in the TV movie "In the Line of Duty: Street War" (NBC, 1992-93). In the nineties, he shifted his entertainment career towards more dramatic roles, appearing on "NYPD Blue" (1993-2005), "Under One Roof" (CBS, 1994-95) and "Matt Waters" (CBS, 1995-96). Santana's music was most recently featured in "The Door in the Floor" (2004) with Jeff Bridges. He also was featured in the TV movie "Play'd: A Hip Hop Story" (VH1, 2001-02). He also worked in television during these years, including a part on "Half & Half" (UPN, 2002-06). He also appeared in the Robert De Niro action movie "Showtime" (2002). Santana passed away in November 2002 at the age of 26.
Filmography
Cast (Feature Film)
Music (Feature Film)
Cast (Special)
Life Events
1979
Began his career as an advertising model for fast food chains
1992
Obtained a small part in the made for television movie "In The Line Of Duty: Street War"
1993
Co-starred in the sitcom "Getting By"
1995
Cast in the short-lived television drama "Under One Roof"
1996
Played a breakout role as Romeo on the hit sitcom "The Steve Harvey Show"
2001
Co-starred in the feature "Flossin," which was directed by Todd Bridges
2002
Cast as Hector in the Robert DeNiro and Eddie Murphy comedy feature "Showtime"
2002
Co-starred in the hip hop drama loosely based on the events that led to the death of Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G feature "Play'd: A Hip Hop Story"
