A beloved face on screens all across the world, Carlos Gomez is known for his charm and versatility. The list of Gomez’s lengthy projects ensure that any viewer of television or film will immediately recognize the prolific actor. Although he was born in New York, Gomez moved to Miami at a young age, growing up within the city’s prominent Cuban-American community. However, due to his burning desire to pursue a career in the dramatic arts, Gomez moved back to New York at the age of 19. Not quite following the normal route into success, Gomez’s first major role was in City Rhythms in 1989 which the actor landed due to his extraordinary breakdancing skills.
However, Gomez has proved that his capabilities extend much further than the dance floor. With a career that has endured more than 25 years in the turbulent and tricky world of Hollywood, Gomez has appeared in numerous iconic works, including his long-standing role of Raul Melendez in ER, the Hollywood blockbusters Enemy of the State, Desperado and Ride Along 2 as well as an award-winning role in The Glades. Moreover, Gomez has enjoyed and even an immense career on Broadway, performing in over 300 showings of the Grammy and Tony award-winning musical In The Heights. Although Gomez’s extensive CV would be enough to exhaust anyone, the actor refuses to slow down. Currently starring in the hit TV show The Baker and The Beauty, Gomez continues to captivate audiences far and wide with his sincerity and charisma.