Alejandro Reyes is working behind the counter at a taquería in Madrid to finance his life while pursuing an acting career in Hollywood.
The 26-year-old actor works daily at the Bien Perro establishment in the Spanish capital, preparing ordered tacos and serving diners while waiting for his breakout opportunity on screen.
Reyes has repeatedly stated that he is willing to take on any job to earn a living, carrying out his duties with a positive attitude. In recent months, he has worked serving drinks behind a bar, harvesting olives in the fields, and appearing on reality television programs, while also making his debut as the lead actor in a theater play.
Work ethic and television appearances
He is the son of Venezuelan television presenter Ivonne Reyes and Spanish television host Pepe Navarro. Reyes views the public profile of his parents as a springboard for his career, but maintains that remaining in the entertainment industry requires hard work and dedicated training.
The young actor has previously declared that selling his private life to the media is not an option or a path he intends to follow. He also expressed hurt over past conflict with Navarro, noting that people often spoke to him as though he were the main issue.
Hollywood ambitions and acting roles
While working at the Madrid restaurant, Reyes continues his acting education and attends every audition he can find. He has knocked on doors in Hollywood several times and secured minor acting roles, though his contracts have not yet been substantial enough to allow him to focus exclusively on acting.
Reyes believes he is well suited for villainous or antagonistic roles, which he considers the most compelling characters to portray. Although the major role he craves has not yet arrived, he remains focused on securing significant work in the United States film industry.
Family support and future plans
His mother, Ivonne Reyes, has supported all of his projects and ambitions. She recently visited the Madrid taquería to sample the tacos her son prepares and to publicly demonstrate her pride in his efforts.
Reyes views an acting career as a long-distance race and refuses to adopt a pessimistic outlook. He remains determined to keep auditioning and working until his desired starring role leads him to stardom.
