Ric Salinas is an actor and writer, known for Larry Crowne, Frank's Book, Hero, and Encino Man. Other film credits include Lola's Love Shack, Stunted, Culture Clash in AmeriCCa, The 3 Wise Men, Camera Obscura, and Mi vida loca.

Theatre credits include Bronson in Palestine, New Mexico (Mark Taper Forum) and Kyle (the Bear)/Others in Zorro in Hell (Berkeley Repertory). Other Culture Clash theatre credits include Chavez Ravine (Kirk Douglas Theatre); Peace (Getty Villa); Culture Clash in AmeriCCa (Lyceum/Virginia Wimberly/Goodman Theatres); and Anthems: Culture Clash in the District (Arena Stage).