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{{Short description|American actor, singer and designer (1966–2024)}}
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{{Infobox person
{{Infobox person
|name = Eduardo Xol
|name = Eduardo Xol
|image = Eduardo Xol.jpg
|image = Eduardo Xol.jpg
|caption = Xol in 2011
|caption = Edwardo Xol in 2011
|birth_name = Eduardo Torres Xol
|birth_name = Eduardo Torres Xol
|birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1966|2|19}}
|birth_date = {{birth date|mf=yes|1966|2|19}}
|birth_place = Los Angeles
|birth_place = [[Los Angeles, California]], U.S.
|death_date = {{death date and age|mf=yes|2024|9|20|1966|2|19}}
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|occupation = Television personality, designer, entertainer, social activist and businessman
|death_place = [[Palm Springs, California]], U.S.
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|occupation = {{hlist|Actor|singer|television personality|designer|entertainer|social activist|businessman}}
|years_active = 1994–2024
}}
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'''Eduardo Torres Xol''' (born February 19, 1966) is an American actor, singer, television personality, designer, entertainer, social activist and businessman.<ref>{{cite web|title=Veromi.net|url=http://www.veromi.net/Summary.asp?fn=Eduardo&mn=&ln=Xol&dobmm=&dobdd=&doby=&city=West+Hollywood&state=CA&age=&vw=&Search=&Input=&x=23&y=8|publisher=veromi.net|accessdate=May 18, 2011}}</ref> He is most known to U.S. television audiences for his work as a designer on ''[[Extreme Makeover: Home Edition]]'' which formerly aired on [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]].<ref name="Internet Movie Database">{{cite web|title=Internet Movie Database|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0944605/|publisher=IMDb|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
'''Eduardo Torres Xol''' (pronounced "soul";<ref>{{cite news |last1=Muther |first1=Christopher |title='Extreme Makeover' star adds author to resume / Changing careers is nothing new for Eduardo Xol |url=https://www.sfgate.com/homeandgarden/article/extreme-makeover-star-adds-author-to-resume-2559147.php |work=SFGate |date=May 23, 2007}}</ref> February 19, 1966 – September 20, 2024) was an American actor, singer, television personality, designer, entertainer, social activist and businessman.<ref>{{cite web|title=Veromi.net|url=http://www.veromi.net/Summary.asp?fn=Eduardo&mn=&ln=Xol&dobmm=&dobdd=&doby=&city=West+Hollywood&state=CA&age=&vw=&Search=&Input=&x=23&y=8|publisher=veromi.net|accessdate=May 18, 2011}}</ref> He was most known to U.S. television audiences for his work as a designer on ''[[Extreme Makeover: Home Edition]]'' which formerly aired on [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]].


==Childhood and education==
==Early life and education==
Xol was born on February 19, 1966. He is the oldest son of Eduardo and Mirna Torres. He grew up in East Los Angeles, California. His younger siblings are Mónica Cajayon and Ernesto Torres.
Xol was born in Los Angeles on February 19, 1966. He was the oldest son of Eduardo and Mirna Torres. Xol grew up in East Los Angeles, California. His younger siblings are Mónica Cajayon and Ernesto Torres.


Before joining the cast of designers on [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]’s ''[[Extreme Makeover: Home Edition]]'', Eduardo had experienced a wide variety of accomplishments on both a national and global level. At one time, he was one of the youngest musicians to be scouted and selected to perform with the [[Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra]] at the age of ten.<ref>{{cite web|last=Buchanan|first=Jason|title=Eduardo Xol Biography|url=http://television.aol.com/celebs/eduardo-xol/355514/biography|publisher=AOL Television|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> By age 13, at the request of the [[National Conservatory of Music of Mexico]], he also traveled on an exchange program to give a series of piano recitals.
Xol was one of the youngest musicians to be scouted and selected to perform with the [[Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra]] at the age of ten.<ref>{{cite web|last=Buchanan|first=Jason|title=Eduardo Xol Biography|url=http://television.aol.com/celebs/eduardo-xol/355514/biography|publisher=AOL Television|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}{{Dead link|date=October 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> By age 13, at the request of the [[National Conservatory of Music of Mexico]], he also traveled on an exchange program to give a series of piano recitals.


During his teens, Eduardo joined the Braand{{typo help inline|reason=similar to Brand|date=November 2019}} Theatre Company to perform at The Palm Beach Club in Cannes, France. It was during this time that Eduardo also made his feature film debut in the groundbreaking "[[Zoot Suit]]" with [[Edward James Olmos]] while dancing with the Mexican Dance Theatre of Los Angeles. His continued creative passions led him to enroll in the [[University of California, Los Angeles]] theatre program. While immersed in his studies, Eduardo began directing and producing several musical theatre comedy revues, which toured throughout the United States.
During his teens, Xol joined the [[Brand New Theatre]] to perform at The Palm Beach Club in Cannes, France. It was during this time that Xol made his feature film debut in ''Zoot Suit'' with [[Edward James Olmos]] while dancing with the Mexican Dance Theatre of Los Angeles. He enrolled in the [[University of California, Los Angeles]] theatre program. While there, Xol directed and produced several musical theatre comedy revues, which toured throughout the United States.


==Early career==
==Early career==
Xol headed south to Latin America, where he fulfilled his desire of working in music and television in Mexico under the stage name of "Edi Xol". He starred in several worldwide-syndicated [[telenovelas]] including ''[[Acapulco, cuerpo y alma]]'', ''[[Sentimientos Ajenos]]'' and ''[[La Jaula de Oro (telenovela)|La Jaula de Oro]]'' while producing music and videos.<ref name="Internet Movie Database"/>
Xol headed south to Latin America, where he worked in music and television in Mexico under the stage name of "Edi Xol". He starred in several worldwide-syndicated [[telenovelas]] including ''[[Acapulco, cuerpo y alma]]'', ''[[Sentimientos Ajenos]]'' and ''[[La Jaula de Oro (telenovela)|La Jaula de Oro]]'' while producing music and videos.


His production company partnered with [[BMG U.S. Latin]] to produce his first solo album, ''La Pasión'', and the first single "Somos" ("We Are") was nominated for a [[Premio Lo Nuestro 1994|Lo Nuestro Award]] for [[Lo Nuestro Award for Video of the Year|Video of the Year]].<ref name="LoNuestro-Award-Nominees-1994">{{Cite news | last1 = Burr| first1 = Ramiro| title = Miguel, Guerra top awards nominees | newspaper = [[San Antonio Express-News]] | date = May 1, 1994 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Profile on Billboard.com|url=http://www.billboard.com/album/edi-xol/la-pasion/225134#/album/edi-xol/la-pasion/225134|work=Billboard|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Acevedo|first=Yoselín|title=Un viaje al mundo de Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.peopleenespanol.com/pespanol/articles/0,22490,1817357,00.html|publisher=People en Español|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> His representation of the United States at the International Music Festival at Viña Del Mar, Chile brought his appeal to a worldwide audience. Soon, ''[[Elle (magazine)|Elle]]'', ''[[Harper's Bazaar]]'' and ''Somos'' magazines featured the charming and down to earth Eduardo as one of Latin America's most eligible and gorgeous bachelors.<ref>{{cite book|last=Denizet-Lewis|first=Benoit|title=Oh, Eduardo!|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=-mQEAAAAMBAJ&q=eduardo+xol+the+advocate&pg=PA93|publisher=The Advocate|accessdate=May 1, 2011|date=November 9, 1999}}</ref>
His production company partnered with [[BMG U.S. Latin]] to produce his first solo album, ''La Pasión'', and the first single "Somos" ("We Are") was nominated for a [[Premio Lo Nuestro 1994|Lo Nuestro Award]] for [[Lo Nuestro Award for Video of the Year|Video of the Year]].<ref name="LoNuestro-Award-Nominees-1994">{{Cite news | last1 = Burr| first1 = Ramiro| title = Miguel, Guerra top awards nominees | newspaper = [[San Antonio Express-News]] | date = May 1, 1994 }}</ref><ref>{{cite magazine|title=Profile on Billboard.com|url=http://www.billboard.com/album/edi-xol/la-pasion/225134#/album/edi-xol/la-pasion/225134|magazine=Billboard|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Acevedo|first=Yoselín|title=Un viaje al mundo de Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.peopleenespanol.com/pespanol/articles/0,22490,1817357,00.html|publisher=People en Español|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> He represented the United States at the International Music Festival at Viña Del Mar, Chile. Soon, ''[[Elle (magazine)|Elle]]'', ''[[Harper's Bazaar]]'' and ''Somos'' magazines featured Xol as one of Latin America's most eligible and gorgeous bachelors.<ref>{{cite book|last=Denizet-Lewis|first=Benoit|title=Oh, Eduardo!|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=-mQEAAAAMBAJ&q=eduardo+xol+the+advocate&pg=PA93|publisher=The Advocate|accessdate=May 1, 2011|date=November 9, 1999}}</ref>


In 1998, Xol decided to make the United States his home base once again as he transferred his experience in musical composition and entertainment production into the world of lifestyle and design.<ref>{{cite web|last=Berkus|first=Nate|title=Designer Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.oprah.com/oprahradio/Designer-Eduardo-Xol|publisher=Oprah Radio / Oprah.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> He began spending important time with his father as he learned the art of caring for [[bonsai]] trees. It was this return to plants that solidified his design aesthetic and life philosophy.<ref>{{cite news|last=Muther|first=Christopher|title=Career makeover brings him 'home'|url=http://www.boston.com/yourlife/home/articles/2007/05/17/career_makeover_brings_him_home/|work=Boston Globe|accessdate=May 1, 2011|date=May 17, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Profile: Eduardo Xol|url=http://video.aol.com/video/eduardo-xol-profile/1974007473|publisher=AOL Latino|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
In 1998, Xol moved back to the United States as he transferred his experience in musical composition and entertainment production into the world of lifestyle and design.<ref>{{cite web|last=Berkus|first=Nate|title=Designer Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.oprah.com/oprahradio/Designer-Eduardo-Xol|publisher=Oprah Radio / Oprah.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> He began spending time with his father as he learned the art of caring for [[bonsai]] trees. It was this work with plants that solidified his design aesthetic and life philosophy.<ref>{{cite news|last=Muther|first=Christopher|title=Career makeover brings him 'home'|url=http://www.boston.com/yourlife/home/articles/2007/05/17/career_makeover_brings_him_home/|work=Boston Globe|accessdate=May 1, 2011|date=May 17, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Profile: Eduardo Xol|url=http://video.aol.com/video/eduardo-xol-profile/1974007473|publisher=AOL Latino|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>


==Television==
==Television==
As one of the co-stars of ABC's internationally syndicated TV show ''[[Extreme Makeover: Home Edition]]'', Eduardo's compositions, especially in exterior design, have been on display for millions of people each week. He joined the cast in Season 2. He recently wrapped Season 8. Series reruns began airing on [[TV Land]] on Tuesday August 7, 2007.<ref>{{cite web|last=Rocchio|first=Christopher|title=TV Land acquires 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' off-network rights|url=http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/tv-land-acquires-extreme-makeover-home-edition-off-network-rights-5303.php|publisher=Reality TV World|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> The show is also in syndication on [[Country Music Television|CMT]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Series Profile on CMT.com|url=http://www.cmt.com/shows/dyn/extreme_makeover_home_edition/series.jhtml|publisher=Country Music Television (CMT)|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
Xol joined the cast of ABC's internationally syndicated TV show ''[[Extreme Makeover: Home Edition]]'' as a co-star during Season 2. Series reruns began airing on [[TV Land]] on Tuesday August 7, 2007.<ref>{{cite web|last=Rocchio|first=Christopher|title=TV Land acquires 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' off-network rights|url=http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/tv-land-acquires-extreme-makeover-home-edition-off-network-rights-5303.php|publisher=Reality TV World|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> The show is also in syndication on [[Country Music Television|CMT]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Series Profile on CMT.com|url=http://www.cmt.com/shows/dyn/extreme_makeover_home_edition/series.jhtml|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081001183824/http://www.cmt.com/shows/dyn/extreme_makeover_home_edition/series.jhtml|url-status=dead|archive-date=October 1, 2008|publisher=Country Music Television (CMT)|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>


==Partnerships==
==Partnerships==
Eduardo's work extends into all forms of media. In addition to his monthly column that he authored in [[People en Español]] and [[AOL]] Latino, he has been featured and produced segments for [[Good Morning America]], and was named among the "100 Most Influential Hispanics in America" by Hispanic Business Magazine.<ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=December 2005 / January 2006|pages=173–174}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=February 2006|pages=114–115}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=March 2006|pages=127–128}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=April 2006|pages=145–146}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=May 2006|pages=143–144}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=June 2006|pages=249–250}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=July 2006|pages=145–146}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=August 2006|pages=167–168}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=September 2006|pages=207–208}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=October 2006|pages=181–182}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=November 2006|pages=145}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=AOL Latino Blog: Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.aollatinoblog.com/2007/04/23/welcome-to-my-blog/|publisher=AOL Latino|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Decorating Tips From 'Extreme Makeover' Designer|url=https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=2535428|publisher=Good Morning America|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
In addition to Xol's monthly column that he authored in ''[[People en Español]]'' and [[AOL]] Latino, he has been featured and produced segments for ''[[Good Morning America]]'', and was named among the "100 Most Influential Hispanics in America" by ''Hispanic Business Magazine''.<ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=December 2005 / January 2006|pages=173–174}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=February 2006|pages=114–115}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=March 2006|pages=127–128}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=April 2006|pages=145–146}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=May 2006|pages=143–144}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=June 2006|pages=249–250}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=July 2006|pages=145–146}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=August 2006|pages=167–168}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=September 2006|pages=207–208}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=October 2006|pages=181–182}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Casa con Eduardo Xol|journal=People en Español|issue=November 2006|pages=145}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=AOL Latino Blog: Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.aollatinoblog.com/2007/04/23/welcome-to-my-blog/|publisher=AOL Latino|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Decorating Tips From 'Extreme Makeover' Designer|url=https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=2535428|publisher=Good Morning America|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>


In 2010, [[Hayneedle]] announced the launch of the Hayneedle.com Backyard Summer, a multimillion-dollar, integrated marketing campaign aimed at bringing variety to America's homes with Eduardo as its celebrity designer offering his expertise and advice for outdoor design, outdoor living and landscaping.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle.com kicks off backyard campaign|url=http://www.casualliving.com/article/528849-Hayneedle_com_kicks_off_backyard_campaign_.php|publisher=Casual Living|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> As part of the relationship, Eduardo executive produced and starred in a popular webisode series "Hayneedle Your Home" for the e-retailer.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle Your Home with Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.hayneedle.com/eduardoXol_lp.cfm|publisher=Hayneedle.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110425011918/http://www.hayneedle.com/eduardoXol_lp.cfm|archive-date=April 25, 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref> The relationship continued throughout the fall with a new campaign, "Countdown to Company", in which Eduardo gave decorating and entertaining tips to prepare for guests during the holidays.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle Blog|url=http://hayneedleblog.com/blog/2010/10/05/eduardo-is-back/|publisher=Hayneedle.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
In 2010, [[Hayneedle]] announced the launch of the Hayneedle.com Backyard Summer, a multimillion-dollar, integrated marketing campaign aimed at bringing variety to America's homes with Xol as its celebrity designer for outdoor design, outdoor living and landscaping.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle.com kicks off backyard campaign|url=http://www.casualliving.com/article/528849-Hayneedle_com_kicks_off_backyard_campaign_.php|publisher=Casual Living|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> As part of the relationship, Xol executive produced and starred in a webisode series, ''Hayneedle Your Home''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle Your Home with Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.hayneedle.com/eduardoXol_lp.cfm|publisher=Hayneedle.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110425011918/http://www.hayneedle.com/eduardoXol_lp.cfm|archive-date=April 25, 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref> The relationship continued throughout the fall with a new campaign, "Countdown to Company", in which Xol gave decorating and entertaining tips to prepare for guests during the holidays.<ref>{{cite web|title=Hayneedle Blog|url=http://hayneedleblog.com/blog/2010/10/05/eduardo-is-back/|publisher=Hayneedle.com|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>


Xol has become a respected voice in both the [[Hispanic]] and English language markets, having partnered with companies such as the [[Ford Motor Company]], [[Sears]], [[Waterford Crystal]], The Occasion Group/Taylor Corporation and [[DirecTV]].<ref>{{cite web|title=FORD Awards 50 Edges in 50 States|url=http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=25679|publisher=FORD Motor Company|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
Xol has become a voice in both the [[Hispanic]] and English language markets, having partnered with companies such as the [[Ford Motor Company]], [[Sears]], [[Waterford Crystal]], The Occasion Group/Taylor Corporation and [[DirecTV]].<ref>{{cite web|title=FORD Awards 50 Edges in 50 States|url=http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=25679|publisher=FORD Motor Company|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>


==Books==
==Books==
[[HarperCollins]] published Eduardo's first book in the Spring of 2007 titled "Home Sense", which was awarded the Best Self-Help Book at the 2008 International Latino Book Awards.<ref>{{cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live|year=2007|publisher=HarperCollins|isbn=978-0-06-124976-1}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live|url=http://www.harpercollins.com/books/Home-Sense-Eduardo-Xol/?isbn=9780061249761|publisher=HarperCollins Publishers|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Lainez|first=Rene|title=Feria del Libro and International Latino Book Award Winners|url=http://labloga.blogspot.com/2008/06/feria-del-libro-and-international.html|publisher=La Bloga|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> His second book, "Extreme Entertaining Made Simple", was published by the [[Penguin Group]] in the fall of 2008, and focused on entertaining for the senses and is one of the few lifestyle entertainment titles to include a CD of originally composed and licensed music.<ref>{{cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Extreme Entertaining Made Simple|year=2008|publisher=Celebra/Penguin Group|isbn=978-0-451-22416-3|url-access=registration|url=https://archive.org/details/extremeentertain0000xole}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Extreme Entertaining Made Simple|year=2008|isbn=978-0451224163|publisher=Celebra|url-access=registration|url=https://archive.org/details/extremeentertain0000xole}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Logan|first=Shari|title=A Mexican Thanksgiving with Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.nypost.com/p/lifestyle/tempo/item_wp0O8Vgs8JCxqTXKi96qhJ|work=New York Post|accessdate=May 1, 2011|date=November 12, 2008}}</ref>
[[HarperCollins]] published Xol's first book in spring 2007 titled ''Home Sense'', which was awarded the Best Self-Help Book at the 2008 International Latino Book Awards.<ref>{{cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live|year=2007|publisher=HarperCollins|isbn=978-0-06-124976-1}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live|url=http://www.harpercollins.com/books/Home-Sense-Eduardo-Xol/?isbn=9780061249761|publisher=HarperCollins Publishers|access-date=May 1, 2011|archive-date=October 22, 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121022123412/http://www.harpercollins.com/books/Home-Sense-Eduardo-Xol/?isbn=9780061249761|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Lainez|first=Rene|title=Feria del Libro and International Latino Book Award Winners|date=June 4, 2008 |url=http://labloga.blogspot.com/2008/06/feria-del-libro-and-international.html|publisher=La Bloga|access-date=May 1, 2011}}</ref> His second book, ''Extreme Entertaining Made Simple'', was published by the [[Penguin Group]] in fall 2008, and focused on entertaining for the senses. It includes a CD of originally composed and licensed music.<ref>{{cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Extreme Entertaining Made Simple|year=2008|publisher=Celebra/Penguin Group|isbn=978-0-451-22416-3|url-access=registration|url=https://archive.org/details/extremeentertain0000xole}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|last=Xol|first=Eduardo|title=Extreme Entertaining Made Simple|year=2008|isbn=978-0451224163|publisher=Celebra|url-access=registration|url=https://archive.org/details/extremeentertain0000xole}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Logan|first=Shari|title=A Mexican Thanksgiving with Eduardo Xol|url=http://www.nypost.com/p/lifestyle/tempo/item_wp0O8Vgs8JCxqTXKi96qhJ|work=New York Post|access-date=May 1, 2011|date=November 12, 2008}}</ref>


==Charity work==
==Charity work==
Eduardo Xol brings his wealth of diverse artistic training and education to many charities, especially to his role as co-founder of the [[ALUMI Media Group]], a non-profit organization that brings alternative learning through media arts to students in underserved communities in the Los Angeles area.<ref>{{cite web|title=ALUMI Media Group|url=http://alumimediagroup.com/|publisher=Eduardo Xol|accessdate=May 1, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110511063259/http://alumimediagroup.com/|archive-date=May 11, 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref>
Eduardo Xol was a co-founder of the ALUMI Media Group, a non-profit organization that brings alternative learning through media arts to students in underserved communities in the Los Angeles area.<ref>{{cite web|title=ALUMI Media Group|url=http://alumimediagroup.com/|publisher=Eduardo Xol|access-date=May 1, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110511063259/http://alumimediagroup.com/|archive-date=May 11, 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref>


His philanthropic work has also made an impact on a national level. Eduardo has worked with the [[Lupus Foundation of America]] to increase public awareness as part of the Band Together for Lupus Campaign.<ref name="May 1, 2011">{{cite web|title=Eduardo Xol from ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Bands Together With the Lupus Foundation of America to Support Lupus Awareness Month|url=http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_empty.aspx?articleid=3165&zoneid=99|publisher=Lupus Foundation of America}}</ref> An avid supporter of the Lupus Foundation, Eduardo has been committed to this particular cause as his sister Monica has been living with [[lupus]] for the past ten years. He recently created a garden oasis for his sister as part of his web-series for [[Hayneedle]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Gerri|title=Family Ties: Eduardo Xol creates Zen retreat for sister living with lupus|url=http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_magazineempty.aspx?articleid=3661&zoneid=225|publisher=Lupus Now|access-date=May 19, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110721234911/http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_magazineempty.aspx?articleid=3661&zoneid=225|archive-date=2011-07-21|url-status=dead}}</ref>
Xol worked with the [[Lupus Foundation of America]] to increase public awareness as part of the Band Together for Lupus Campaign.<ref name="May 1, 2011">{{cite web|title=Eduardo Xol from ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Bands Together With the Lupus Foundation of America to Support Lupus Awareness Month|url=http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_empty.aspx?articleid=3165&zoneid=99|publisher=Lupus Foundation of America|access-date=May 19, 2011|archive-date=July 21, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110721234859/http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_empty.aspx?articleid=3165&zoneid=99|url-status=dead}}</ref> Xol's sister Monica has been living with [[lupus]] for the past ten years.{{When|date=September 2024}} He created a garden oasis for his sister as part of his web-series for [[Hayneedle]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Gerri|title=Family Ties: Eduardo Xol creates Zen retreat for sister living with lupus|url=http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_magazineempty.aspx?articleid=3661&zoneid=225|publisher=Lupus Now|access-date=May 19, 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110721234911/http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/new_magazineempty.aspx?articleid=3661&zoneid=225|archive-date=2011-07-21|url-status=dead}}</ref>


Eduardo has been an avid supporter of the [[Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation]] (GLAAD) over the years and has shot public service announcements as a part of the "Be an Ally & a Friend" public education campaign in both English and Spanish (with actresses [[Sofía Vergara]] and [[Zoe Saldana]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Behind the Scenes at the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wn49p3aeuYY|publisher=Equality4All|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Be an Ally and a Friend Spanish Language PSA|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiJVxbd9WD4|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref> Eduardo has also recorded a public service announcement for the [[Michigan Humane Society]] and has worked in conjunction with [[The Trevor Project]], Starkey Hearing Foundation, and the [[Make-A-Wish Foundation]].<ref>{{cite web|title=So The World May Hear Day|url=http://www.sotheworldmayhear.org/superbowlweek/thursday.php|publisher=The Starkey Hearing Foundation|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}</ref>
Xol was a supporter of the [[Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation]] (GLAAD) and shot public service announcements as a part of the "Be an Ally & a Friend" public education campaign in both English and Spanish (with actresses [[Sofía Vergara]] and [[Zoe Saldana]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Behind the Scenes at the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wn49p3aeuYY|publisher=Equality4All|accessdate=May 1, 2011}}{{cbignore}}{{Dead Youtube links|date=February 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Be an Ally and a Friend Spanish Language PSA|website = [[YouTube]]|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiJVxbd9WD4 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211221/OiJVxbd9WD4 |archive-date=2021-12-21 |url-status=live|access-date=May 1, 2011}}{{cbignore}}</ref> Xol also recorded a public service announcement for the [[Michigan Humane Society]] and worked in conjunction with [[The Trevor Project]], [[Starkey Hearing Foundation]], and the [[Make-A-Wish Foundation]].<ref>{{cite web|title=So The World May Hear Day|url=http://www.sotheworldmayhear.org/superbowlweek/thursday.php|publisher=The Starkey Hearing Foundation|access-date=May 1, 2011}}</ref>

==Death==
Xol died at the Desert Regional Medical Center in [[Palm Springs, California]], on September 20, 2024, at the age of 58.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2024-07112 |url=https://ca-riversidesheriff-hidden.civicplus.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5841 |access-date=2024-09-25 |website=Riverside County Sheriff, CA |language=en}}</ref> He had been stabbed at his apartment the week prior and was reportedly discovered by Palm Springs Police Department with serious injuries. A 34-year-old man from [[Cathedral City, California]], was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Following Xol's death, the charges have been upgraded to murder.<ref>{{cite news |title='Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' Star Eduardo Xol Dead at 58 After Stabbing |url=https://www.tmz.com/2024/09/25/extreme-makeover-home-edition-eduardo-xol-dead/ |access-date=25 September 2024 |publisher=TMZ |date=25 September 2024}}</ref>


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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Torres and the second or maternal family name is Xol.

Eduardo Xol
Edwardo Xol in 2011
Born
Eduardo Torres Xol

(1966-02-19)February 19, 1966
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
DiedSeptember 20, 2024(2024-09-20) (aged 58)
Palm Springs, California, U.S.
Occupations
  • Actor
  • singer
  • television personality
  • designer
  • entertainer
  • social activist
  • businessman
Years active1994–2024

Eduardo Torres Xol (pronounced "soul";[1] February 19, 1966 – September 20, 2024) was an American actor, singer, television personality, designer, entertainer, social activist and businessman.[2] He was most known to U.S. television audiences for his work as a designer on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition which formerly aired on ABC.

Early life and education

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Xol was born in Los Angeles on February 19, 1966. He was the oldest son of Eduardo and Mirna Torres. Xol grew up in East Los Angeles, California. His younger siblings are Mónica Cajayon and Ernesto Torres.

Xol was one of the youngest musicians to be scouted and selected to perform with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of ten.[3] By age 13, at the request of the National Conservatory of Music of Mexico, he also traveled on an exchange program to give a series of piano recitals.

During his teens, Xol joined the Brand New Theatre to perform at The Palm Beach Club in Cannes, France. It was during this time that Xol made his feature film debut in Zoot Suit with Edward James Olmos while dancing with the Mexican Dance Theatre of Los Angeles. He enrolled in the University of California, Los Angeles theatre program. While there, Xol directed and produced several musical theatre comedy revues, which toured throughout the United States.

Early career

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Xol headed south to Latin America, where he worked in music and television in Mexico under the stage name of "Edi Xol". He starred in several worldwide-syndicated telenovelas including Acapulco, cuerpo y alma, Sentimientos Ajenos and La Jaula de Oro while producing music and videos.

His production company partnered with BMG U.S. Latin to produce his first solo album, La Pasión, and the first single "Somos" ("We Are") was nominated for a Lo Nuestro Award for Video of the Year.[4][5][6] He represented the United States at the International Music Festival at Viña Del Mar, Chile. Soon, Elle, Harper's Bazaar and Somos magazines featured Xol as one of Latin America's most eligible and gorgeous bachelors.[7]

In 1998, Xol moved back to the United States as he transferred his experience in musical composition and entertainment production into the world of lifestyle and design.[8] He began spending time with his father as he learned the art of caring for bonsai trees. It was this work with plants that solidified his design aesthetic and life philosophy.[9][10]

Television

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Xol joined the cast of ABC's internationally syndicated TV show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition as a co-star during Season 2. Series reruns began airing on TV Land on Tuesday August 7, 2007.[11] The show is also in syndication on CMT.[12]

Partnerships

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In addition to Xol's monthly column that he authored in People en Español and AOL Latino, he has been featured and produced segments for Good Morning America, and was named among the "100 Most Influential Hispanics in America" by Hispanic Business Magazine.[13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25]

In 2010, Hayneedle announced the launch of the Hayneedle.com Backyard Summer, a multimillion-dollar, integrated marketing campaign aimed at bringing variety to America's homes with Xol as its celebrity designer for outdoor design, outdoor living and landscaping.[26] As part of the relationship, Xol executive produced and starred in a webisode series, Hayneedle Your Home.[27] The relationship continued throughout the fall with a new campaign, "Countdown to Company", in which Xol gave decorating and entertaining tips to prepare for guests during the holidays.[28]

Xol has become a voice in both the Hispanic and English language markets, having partnered with companies such as the Ford Motor Company, Sears, Waterford Crystal, The Occasion Group/Taylor Corporation and DirecTV.[29]

Books

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HarperCollins published Xol's first book in spring 2007 titled Home Sense, which was awarded the Best Self-Help Book at the 2008 International Latino Book Awards.[30][31][32] His second book, Extreme Entertaining Made Simple, was published by the Penguin Group in fall 2008, and focused on entertaining for the senses. It includes a CD of originally composed and licensed music.[33][34][35]

Charity work

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Eduardo Xol was a co-founder of the ALUMI Media Group, a non-profit organization that brings alternative learning through media arts to students in underserved communities in the Los Angeles area.[36]

Xol worked with the Lupus Foundation of America to increase public awareness as part of the Band Together for Lupus Campaign.[37] Xol's sister Monica has been living with lupus for the past ten years.[when?] He created a garden oasis for his sister as part of his web-series for Hayneedle.[38]

Xol was a supporter of the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) and shot public service announcements as a part of the "Be an Ally & a Friend" public education campaign in both English and Spanish (with actresses Sofía Vergara and Zoe Saldana).[39][40] Xol also recorded a public service announcement for the Michigan Humane Society and worked in conjunction with The Trevor Project, Starkey Hearing Foundation, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.[41]

Death

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Xol died at the Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, California, on September 20, 2024, at the age of 58.[42] He had been stabbed at his apartment the week prior and was reportedly discovered by Palm Springs Police Department with serious injuries. A 34-year-old man from Cathedral City, California, was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Following Xol's death, the charges have been upgraded to murder.[43]

References

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  1. ^ Muther, Christopher (May 23, 2007). "'Extreme Makeover' star adds author to resume / Changing careers is nothing new for Eduardo Xol". SFGate.
  2. ^ "Veromi.net". veromi.net. Retrieved May 18, 2011.
  3. ^ Buchanan, Jason. "Eduardo Xol Biography". AOL Television. Retrieved May 1, 2011.[permanent dead link‍]
  4. ^ Burr, Ramiro (May 1, 1994). "Miguel, Guerra top awards nominees". San Antonio Express-News.
  5. ^ "Profile on Billboard.com". Billboard. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  6. ^ Acevedo, Yoselín. "Un viaje al mundo de Eduardo Xol". People en Español. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  7. ^ Denizet-Lewis, Benoit (November 9, 1999). Oh, Eduardo!. The Advocate. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  8. ^ Berkus, Nate. "Designer Eduardo Xol". Oprah Radio / Oprah.com. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  9. ^ Muther, Christopher (May 17, 2007). "Career makeover brings him 'home'". Boston Globe. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  10. ^ "Profile: Eduardo Xol". AOL Latino. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  11. ^ Rocchio, Christopher. "TV Land acquires 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' off-network rights". Reality TV World. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  12. ^ "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Series Profile on CMT.com". Country Music Television (CMT). Archived from the original on October 1, 2008. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  13. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (December 2005 / January 2006): 173–174.
  14. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (February 2006): 114–115.
  15. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (March 2006): 127–128.
  16. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (April 2006): 145–146.
  17. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (May 2006): 143–144.
  18. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (June 2006): 249–250.
  19. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (July 2006): 145–146.
  20. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (August 2006): 167–168.
  21. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (September 2006): 207–208.
  22. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (October 2006): 181–182.
  23. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Casa con Eduardo Xol". People en Español (November 2006): 145.
  24. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "AOL Latino Blog: Eduardo Xol". AOL Latino. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  25. ^ "Decorating Tips From 'Extreme Makeover' Designer". Good Morning America. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  26. ^ "Hayneedle.com kicks off backyard campaign". Casual Living. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  27. ^ "Hayneedle Your Home with Eduardo Xol". Hayneedle.com. Archived from the original on April 25, 2011. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  28. ^ "Hayneedle Blog". Hayneedle.com. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  29. ^ "FORD Awards 50 Edges in 50 States". FORD Motor Company. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  30. ^ Xol, Eduardo (2007). Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live. HarperCollins. ISBN 978-0-06-124976-1.
  31. ^ Xol, Eduardo. "Home Sense: Simple Solutions to Enhance Where and How You Live". HarperCollins Publishers. Archived from the original on October 22, 2012. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  32. ^ Lainez, Rene (June 4, 2008). "Feria del Libro and International Latino Book Award Winners". La Bloga. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  33. ^ Xol, Eduardo (2008). Extreme Entertaining Made Simple. Celebra/Penguin Group. ISBN 978-0-451-22416-3.
  34. ^ Xol, Eduardo (2008). Extreme Entertaining Made Simple. Celebra. ISBN 978-0451224163.
  35. ^ Logan, Shari (November 12, 2008). "A Mexican Thanksgiving with Eduardo Xol". New York Post. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  36. ^ "ALUMI Media Group". Eduardo Xol. Archived from the original on May 11, 2011. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  37. ^ "Eduardo Xol from ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Bands Together With the Lupus Foundation of America to Support Lupus Awareness Month". Lupus Foundation of America. Archived from the original on July 21, 2011. Retrieved May 19, 2011.
  38. ^ Miller, Gerri. "Family Ties: Eduardo Xol creates Zen retreat for sister living with lupus". Lupus Now. Archived from the original on July 21, 2011. Retrieved May 19, 2011.
  39. ^ "Behind the Scenes at the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards". Equality4All. Retrieved May 1, 2011.[dead YouTube link]
  40. ^ "Be an Ally and a Friend Spanish Language PSA". YouTube. Archived from the original on December 21, 2021. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  41. ^ "So The World May Hear Day". The Starkey Hearing Foundation. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  42. ^ "2024-07112". Riverside County Sheriff, CA. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
  43. ^ "'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' Star Eduardo Xol Dead at 58 After Stabbing". TMZ. September 25, 2024. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
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