Anthony Ramos
Stage Actor
Anthony Paul Ramos Martinez is an American actor and singer. In 2015, he originated the dual roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the Broadway musical Hamilton. Ramos also appeared in the 2021 film version of In the Heights as Usnavi and in the 2018 film A Star Is Born as Ramon.
About
Anthony Ramos Martinez was born on November 1st, 1991 in Bushwick, Brooklyn. He is an American stage actor, singer and rapper of Puerto Rican descent. Growing up in New York City, he attended the LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.
Ramos made his Broadway debut in 2015 as John Laurens andPhilip Hamilton in Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical hit "Hamilton". His other credits include Netflix's "She's Gotta Have It," NBC's "Rise", the movie adaptation of "A Star Is Born" and Spike Lee's "Monsters & Men". In 2020, he starred in the romantic comedy film “Siempre, Luis” which follows the real-life story of Luis A. Miranda Jr., father to Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Ramos also had a recurring role in Amazon Prime Video's hit series "The Boys" as Eagle the Archer, a former member of The Seven who was kicked out for being too violent. He released his first EP entitled "The Freedom EP" in 2018 featuring songs such as "Mind Over Matter" and "Fool For You". His single “Dear Diary” was released on April 3rd 2020.
Life Timeline
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1991</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Anthony Ramos is Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Anthony Ramos is born on November 1, 1991 in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2013</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Graduates from LaGuardia High School</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Ramos graduated from LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and Performing Arts.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2015</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Debuts in "Hamilton" on Broadway</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Anthony Ramos makes his Broadway debut in the musical "Hamilton" as John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2016</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Receives Tony Award Nomination</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Ramos receives a Tony Award nomination for his performance in "Hamilton".</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2017</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Starring Role in A Star is Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Anthony Ramos stars alongside Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in the remake of the film "A Star is Born".</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2018</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Lead Role in Netflix Series She's Gotta Have It</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Anthony Ramos stars as Mars Blackmon in the Netflix series "She's Gotta Have It".</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2020</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Lead Role in In The Heights Movie</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Ramos stars as Usnavi in the feature film adaptation of the musical "In The Heights", directed by Jon M. Chu. </p></div>
Why We Love Them
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> He Has a Great Voice and Charisma On Stage</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Anthony Ramos is known for his incredible singing voice and stage presence. His performances are filled with energy and charisma, making it easy to get lost in the show. He has also starred in several hit musicals, including Hamilton, In the Heights, and Little Shop of Horrors.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> He's an Inspiration</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Anthony Ramos is an inspiration for aspiring actors everywhere. He started out as a struggling actor in New York City, but he never gave up on his dreams. Now, he is a successful stage actor with a bright future ahead of him.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> He Is An Advocate For Social Change</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Anthony Ramos is an advocate for social change and has used his platform to speak out against injustice and inequality. He is also heavily involved in charity work, supporting organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Feeding America.</p></div>
Interesting Facts
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">1.</span> Starred in Broadway’s Hamilton</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Anthony Ramos starred as both John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the Broadway production of Lin Manuel Miranda's hit musical, Hamilton.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">2.</span> Started Training at 17</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Ramos started training as an actor at 17 and was accepted into the American Musical and Dramatic Academy.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">3.</span> Appeared on Saturday Night Live</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">In 2016, Anthony Ramos made his Saturday Night Live debut, performing a rap alongside Chance the Rapper.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">4.</span> Released an EP</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">In 2019, Anthony Ramos released an EP titled “The Freedom EP”, featuring five original tracks written and produced by Ramos himself.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">5.</span> Became a Father at Age 21</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">At age 21, Anthony Ramos became a father to daughter Genesis, who is now 5 years old.</p></div>
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