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TV Actor

Birthplace United States

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About

Cuban American TV actor known for playing Rich Santos in the 2025 horror prequel series It: Welcome to Derry along with appearing in several episodes of the shows Gordita Chronicles, Juego de mentiras, and Bad Monkey.

Before Fame

He began acting in 2021 by appearing in the short film Un Pequeño Corte. He landed his first significant role in the family comedy series Gordita Chronicles in 2022. He then appeared in multiple episodes of Juego de Mentiras and in the short film Birdhouse in 2023. His big break came when he was cast and appeared in It: Welcome to Derry in 2025.

Trivia

He shares Cuban heritage with his character which he has said made the role of Rich feel more personal and meaningful. He previously filmed an AT&T commercial in Georgia with actor Blake Cameron James, and they were both stunned when they recognized each other years later on the It: Welcome to Derry set.

Family Life

He is from the United States and has Cuban heritage.

Associated With

He acted alongside Bill Skarsgård who reprised his role as Pennywise in It: Welcome to Derry in 2025.