Obituary of Lou Diamond Phillips

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Lou Diamond Phillips

Louis Phillips (born February 17th, 1962 in Subic Bay Naval Station, Philippines) was a Film Actor who was best known for playing Ritchie Valens in the American drama film "La Bamba". Louis died on January 30th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of an accident in a very steamy tub.

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Lou Diamond Phillips Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Phillips, Louis
    • Common Name: Lou Diamond Phillips
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Subic Bay Naval Station, Philippines
    • Birth Date: February 17, 1962
    • Age: 63
    • Also Known As: Lou Upchurch
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1984-Present
    Lou Diamond Phillips at the Chiller Theatre Expo 2017
    Louis on Wikipedia
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Mountain Dew
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: 1 Million by Paco Rabanne
    • Favorite Actor: Samuel L Jackson

    Louis's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Lou Diamond Upchurch
    • Father: Gerald Amon Upchurch (1935–1963)
    • Mother: Lucita Umayam Arañas
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Yvonne Boismier Phillips (married 16 August 2007-present)
      • Kelly Phillips (married 24 April 1994-divorced 30 July 2007)
      • Julie Cypher (married 27 June 1987-divorced 1990)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Indigo Phillips (born October 2007)

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor American Born on February 17th Born in 1962

Quotable Quotes:

"The only power an actor has is the ability to say, "No"." (IMDB)

"He was an American historian and academic who specialized in the history of the American Revolution. Phillips was regional historian for the New England region of the American Historical Association from 1978 to 1994. (V)"

"Louis Phillips lived a life full of passion, creativity, and kindness that will continue to inspire and impact others long after his passing. (V)"

"Louis is remembered for his vast contributions to literature and humor, leaving behind a legacy that continues to reconsider our careers. (V)"

Is Mr. Louis Phillips still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-04-26 17:27:15
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