William Levy: Cuban-Born Actor, Not Mexican or American

Background

William Levy was born on August 29, 1980, in Cojímar, Havana, Cuba. He emigrated to the United States in 2001 and launched his acting career there, gaining fame in telenovelas and later Hollywood films.

Nationality

He is a Cuban national who became a U.S. permanent resident (green card holder). He has not publicly claimed Mexican or American citizenship.