Ricardo Hurtado

Ricardo Hurtado is an American actor known for his roles in Nickelodeon’s “School of Rock” and Netflix’s “Malibu Rescue,” demonstrating versatility across television and film. After making his acting debut in the 2016 Nickelodeon film ‘Ultimate Halloween Haunted House,’ Ricardo Hurtado quickly rose to prominence with his breakthrough main role as Freddy Huerta in the musical-comedy series ‘School of Rock,’ which he starred in from 2016 to 2018. His portrayal garnered significant industry recognition, earning him a nomination for Best Young Actor – Television at the 2017 Imagen Awards. He further cemented his early career success with a nomination for Best Young Ensemble – Television Series at the 2018 Young Entertainer Awards, establishing his versatile presence in youth-focused television.

In 2023, he provided voice work for the animated film ‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken’ and took on a starring live-action role as Billy Brandt in the drama film ‘What Rhymes with Reason.’ These recent projects highlight his ongoing ability to navigate diverse genres and mediums, from live-action and animation to television and feature films, reflecting a dynamic and evolving career in the entertainment industry.