David Alvarez-Gonzalez

About

Dancer and actor who became a Tony Award-winner for his portrayal of the eponymous Billy Elliot in the Broadway production of the famed musical. In 2019, he was cast as Bernardo in the remake of West Side Story.

Before Fame

After moving to San Diego for his father's job with The Scripps Research Institute, he began taking classical ballet more seriously. He received a full merit scholarship to the American Ballet Theatre's Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School. 

Trivia

He is also trained in classical piano. He left theater for 2-plus years to serve in the US Army. 

Family Life

His father David Alvarez-Carbonell was a professor while his mother Yanek was an actress and director of theater. 

Associated With

He, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish all won Tony Awards for their portrayal of Billy Elliot.