David Alvarez is a Canadian dancer and actor who has gained recognition for his stunning on-screen performances. As one of the original Billies in the Broadway musical Billy Elliot, Alvarez became one of the youngest winners of the prestigious Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical.
He is also known for playing Bernardo in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 film adaptation of West Side Story.
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- Full name: David Alvarez
- Date of Birth: May 11, 1994
- Age: 29
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Dancer, Actor
- Height: 1.83 m
- Parents: David Alvarez-Carbonell (father), Yanek (mother)
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: No
- Children: None
- Relationship status: None
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
David Alvarez, 29, was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on May 11, 1994. His parents are Cuban David Alvarez-Carbonell and Yanek, and they grew up in a multicultural family.
His father is a professor of biology and chemistry, and his mother is an actress and theater director. Alvarez was exposed to multiple languages from an early age, with French and Spanish being his first languages.
When Alvarez’s father accepted a job at the Scripps Research Institute, the family moved to San Diego, California. In California, Alvarez’s passion for classical ballet began to grow.
At California Ballet, he began to study ballet more seriously, and eventually, in 2005, he received a full scholarship to the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School at the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) in New York City.
The family moved to New York City to support Alvarez’s ballet training at the American Ballet Theatre, where she had the opportunity to perform in such prestigious productions as The Nutcracker at the Kennedy Center Opera House and The Sleeping Beauty at the Metropolitan Opera.
Personal life
David Alvarez has always tried to keep his personal life very private. There is no information available about his romantic relationships including his current relationship status.
He prefers to focus on his career and keep his personal life out of the public eye.
Profession
Alvarez’s breakthrough came when he was cast as one of the original Billys in the Broadway musical Break Out.
Alongside Trent Kovalik and Kirill Kulish, Alvarez demonstrates his immense talent and versatility. To prepare for this role, he underwent rigorous training in tap dancing, acrobatics, voice and acting, and his dedication paid off.
Billy Elliot the Musical premiered on October 1, 2008, with Alvarez’s first preview taking place on October 2. His portrayal of Billy Elliot received critical acclaim, with prominent critics praising his performance.
His exceptional talent and hard work were recognized when he won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical along with Kulish and Kowalik, becoming the youngest winners of this prestigious award.
Alvarez’s portrayal of Billy Elliot opened doors for him in the entertainment industry, leading to various opportunities.
Alvarez took a break from acting to join the U.S. Army’s 25th Infantry Division. After serving two and a half years, he returned to Broadway as an understudy in 2015’s On the Town.
Additionally, he showcased his talents in Mexico, where he played the role of adult Billy in a dream ballet pas de deux between Billy and his older self.
In 2021, Alvarez’s career reached new heights when he joined the cast of Steven Spielberg’s film adaptation of West Side Story. He played the role of Bernardo, further establishing himself as a versatile entertainer.
net worth
Thanks to his successful career in the entertainment industry, David Alvarez has accumulated a net worth of approximately $3 million.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @davidalvarezofficial
- Twitter account: @DavidAlvarezD
Filmography
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- Children’s Games
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- We regret to inform you
- West Side Story
- Stamp Collector
