Javier Calvo (actor)

This article is about the actor. For the writer, see Javier Calvo.
Javier Calvo
Born Javier Del Ray Calvo Guirao
(1991-01-21) 21 January 1991
Madrid, Spain
Occupation Actor
Years active 2007–present

Javier Del Ray Calvo Guirao (born January 21, 1991 in Madrid) is a Spanish actor. He is the best known for his role of Fernando "Fer" Redondo in the Antena 3 series Física o Química.[1]

Career

Calvo began acting in theatre at age 11, eventually appearing in 2007 in film Doctor Infierno. Beginning in 2008, he starred in the Antena 3 television series Física o Química, portraying gay teenager Fernando "Fer" Redondo. Focusing on problems such as drugs, addictions, anorexia and sexual orientation, the series attracted much controversy.[2] Calvo considers the themes of the series "problems that are also present in reality".[3] He, however, received critical acclaim for portraying a gay male in his debut role.[4][5]

On May 5, 2012, a fan-conference with Calvo took place in Moscow, Russia.[6]

He has made a supporting role appearance in the tv series Amar es para siempre.

He made a supporting role appearance in the tv series Los Misters de Laura.

He is currently directing the musical La Llamada alongside Javier Ambrossi.

Personal life

Calvo is fluent in Spanish and English.[7]

Filmography

Television
Year Title Role Notes
2008—2011 Física o Química Fernando "Fer" Redondo
Film
Year Title Role Notes
2007 Doctor Infierno Bombero Johnny

References

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