- His performance in _The Untouchables_ (1987) garnered widespread recognition and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
- Garcia's portrayal of Vincent Corleone in _The Godfather Part III_ (1990) further solidified his standing as a prominent actor.
- His notable performances in movies like _Internal Affairs_ (1990), _When a Man Loves a Woman_ (1994), and _Ocean's Eleven_ (2001) continued to showcase his talents.
Philanthropy and civic engagement:
- He established the Artists for a Free Cuba group as part of his efforts to bring about democratic change in his native country.
- Garcia frequently lends his support to charitable endeavors with an emphasis on causes relevant to the Hispanic community.