WHO’S WHO in the CAST

GABY ALBO (Gloria Estefan) is a proud Mexican who went from being a shy child in a musical theatre summer camp to someone who discovered her purpose in life on stage. She is an AMDA graduate and has participated in iconic shows such as A Chorus Line, West Side Story, Cats, Mentiras, Aladdín, Broadway Rising Stars and the world premiere of On Your Feet! en Español. Gaby has sung around the world on Norwegian and Regent cruise lines and was a semifinalist on the TV competition “La Voz.” Her purpose is to touch people’s hearts with her voice. She hopes to touch yours today. @gaby.albo

SAMUEL GARNICA (Emilio Estefan) Venezuelan Actor, Singer and VO. Education: Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB) Graduate; Social Communicator, Audiovisual Arts mention. SITI COMPANY; Stella Adler Studio; Paul Calderon Acting Studio; R.Evolución Latina “Dare to Go Beyond.” Select Credits: Emilio Estefan in On Your Feet! en Español world premiere. NY: El Laurel de Apolo, La Canción (Repertorio Español); The Tempest (R.Evolución Latina); Matilda The Musical (Salgado Productions); Love and Yogurt (NY Theater Barn); The Dropout, Superhero Roberto Clemente, La Cucarachita Martina (Teatro SEA).

2017 Winner of ATI award, Best Supporting Actor in Así que pasen 5 años. Fuerza Fest 2019 Best Actor, La llamada de Lauren. HOLA Award, ACE award, LATA Award for Delicadas. He has appeared as the voice for brands including Boost Mobile, Papa John’s, Publix, Pepsi, Nivea Men. www.SamuelGarnica.com

FRANCISCA TAPIA (Gloria Fajardo) is a Chilean singer-songwriter, performing artist who made her US debut in On Your Feet! en Español as Gloria Fajardo and the understudy for Gloria Estefan. International credits: Cats (Chile); Tirana-La leyenda (Chile); Emergenz (Chile, Germany); The Rite of Spring (Chile, Germany, France, Netherlands). Fran is currently recording her first solo album and is also the host and creator of Divino Tesoro, a podcast on LGBTQI+ childhood. Website: www.FranTapia.com.

IG: @franciscatl

MAX CERVANTES (José Fajardo) is a firstgeneration American artist and proud son of a Mexican immigrant. Credits: Firebrand Theatre, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Paramount Theatre, Prather Productions, Aurora Theatre, Playwright Horizons. This is Max's first national tour and he thanks the OYF team for making his dreams come true. Love to his family in Chicago and in Mexico.

ADELA ROMERO (Consuelo) is a Venezuelan Art and Theater Specialist from the Universidad

Central de Venezuela. She started as a dancer in 1978 in Danzas Venezuela and as an actor in 1983 in theater and TV, alternating with her passion for teaching. She relocated to Miami in 2005. Currently, she is writing a book about her acting and teaching approaches and beliefs. The On Your Feet! national tour is a celebration of 44 years of an uninterrupted career. She is grateful for the opportunity. @adelaromeroart

LAUREN DANIELLE HORGAN (Rebecca Fajardo/Gloria US) is thrilled to be making her national tour debut in On Your Feet! Born and raised in Miami, Lauren graduated from Florida International University (BA Theatre) and is a professional ballroom dancer. Recent regional credits: Rebecca in On Your Feet!, Vanessa in In The Heights, Evita, Ali in Mamma Mia!, Head Over Heels , and Kinky Boots. In Concert: Gloria Estefan (BGV). Endless gratitude to my family and friends for their love and support. @ laurenhorgannn

KATIE MCCOLLUM (Young Gloria) is absolutely thrilled to be making her national tour debut in On Your Feet! Previous credits include Company, A Little Night Music, Little Women and Seussical. She is a 2021 Music Theater graduate of Oklahoma City University. She would like to express her endless thanks to her family, director Luis Salgado, Kate Lumpkin Casting, and the OYF! creatives, cast, and crew. @katiejomccollum www.KatieMcCollum.com

JAVIER IVÁN (Young Emilio/Nayib) is a Puerto Rican actor, singer, dancer, influencer, and photographer. University of Puerto Rico, Department of Drama graduate. Artistic training: acting, musical theater, cinematography in Mexico, Peru (Yuyachani), and Cuba (EICTV). Dance training: The School of Performing Arts, Waldo Gonzalez. Mentee of Zulimar Lopez (vocal coach). Regional credits include: On Your Feet!, Mamma Mia!, Evita, In the Heights. Film: Menudo in Amazon Prime Video’s “Subete a Mi Moto.” I dedicate my first National Tour to God, my family, and my Arts Mentors. Blessings to all! IG & TikTok: @javierivanpr

AUGUSTO GUARDADO (Phil) is a proud first-gen Latin American born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, and está emocionado to be making his national tour debut in the company of On Your Feet! Regional: The Sound of Music , Clue , West Side Story , Beauty and the Beast , On Your Feet!, etc. Special thanks to the entire OYF and KLC team. Y todo el amor to God, his familia, the Tynis, and all who have supported him until now. #QueSiga @augusto.g1