Actor
René Lavan
Nacido el 5 de noviembre de 196811 películas
Rene Lavan is a Cuban-American actor born in Artemisa, Cuba. He first gained widespread recognition starring in the hit Spanish-language telenovela Morelia, followed by leading roles in María Belén and Enamorada, becoming a familiar face to audiences across Latin America and beyond.
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American audiences came to know Lavan through his role as Javier on One Life to Live. He later earned critical acclaim as the lead in Bitter Sugar (1996), directed by Leon Ichaso, portraying a young Cuban student confronting political repression in Cuba.
Lavan's film credits include Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights, Christmas with the Kranks, Che: Part One and Che: Part Two, while his television work includes guest appearances on CSI: Miami and Las Vegas. In 2005, he made his Broadway debut in Latinologues.
Educated at the New World School of the Arts and trained with Uta Hagen, Lavan has worked extensively in both English and Spanish-language productions. In addition to acting, he has hosted television specials and award shows and has produced Latino-focused film and television projects through his own production company.
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11 películas como actor- 2026The Magnificent MendezRey
- 2026El Viejo y La CotorraYoelvis
- 2025Red LightAlex’s Father
- 2024Christmas OvertimeDale McClintock
- 2020El último balseroThomas
- 2014Every Witch Way: SpellboundFrancisco Alonso
- 2008Che: El argentinoCuban Diplomat #2
- 2004Una Navidad de locosEnrique Decardenal
- 2004Dirty Dancing 2Carlos Suarez
- 1996Azúcar amargaGustavo
- 1994TollboothJulio