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NYT Daily • August 6, 2025

Actor Morales of "Ozark"

Answer:

ESAI

Hint:

"Hint: This actor, known for his role in a Netflix crime drama, shares his first name with a famous Shakespearean character from Othello. (This hint connects Esai Morales to the character "Iago" from Othello, subtly reinforcing the first name "Esai" without giving it away directly.)"

Explanation:

The clue "Actor Morales of 'Ozark'" directly refers to the actor Esai Morales, who played the character Camino del Río in the TV series Ozark. The answer is simply his first name, "ESAI", as crossword answers often use first names for brevity. Direct Clue: The clue is straightforward, asking for the actor's name without wordplay or puns.