Screening Room

The Life of Ricky Martin

 

 

Before the internationally known entertainer that he is today, Ricky Martin first started performing at a very young age. He was only a mere six-year-old when he appeared in television commercials in Puerto Rico. At age 12 he began his musical career by joining the pop group Menudo in 1984. He spent five years in the group, travelling around the world and building up courage and confidence each time he went on stage.
In 1993 Ricky moved to Los Angeles to seek further opportunities. He was cast as Miguel Morez in the most highly rated and longest running television series "General Hospital".

When Ricky released his third album "A Medio Vivir" in 1995 he solidified his position in the market and in the heart of every South American public.

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The popularity he earned in General Hospital gave him the opportunity to play the romantic lead, Marius, in the Broadway production of "Les Miserables". The critics favoured him for his magnetic stage presence and his potential as a world-renowned artist.

After his triumphant success on stage Ricky Martin returned to singing. He released the album "Vuelve" in 1998.

The album featured the theme of the 1998 World Cup, "La Copa De La Vida" (The Cup of Life), which Ricky sang at the final ceremony. At the release of this single he earned world-wide popularity, travelling across continents to perform and star in many international shows.

In the early year of 1999, The American Music Awards invited Ricky to sing "The Cup Of Life". This performance was the first ever in the history of The Grammy's to televise internationally a Latin performance. He won the heart of the people world-wide, not just the Latin audience. He also won his first Grammy for Best Latin Performance.

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Ricky released his first English album in May this year. At the very moment, he is "Livin' La Vida Loca", travelling around the world as an internationally known entertainer.

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Name: Enrique Martin Morales
Date of Birth: 24th December, 1971
Place of Birth: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Height: 6 ft 1 in
Weight:165 Ibs
Eye Colour: Brown
Hair Colour: Light Brown
Parents: Father - Enrique Martin Negroni Mother - Nereida Morales
Siblings: Femando, Angel, Eric, Daniel and Vanessa
Favorite Food: Italian
Least Favourite Food: Sea Food
Favorite Actor: Robert De Niro, Demi Moore
Favourite colour: blue, black and red
Favourite type of music: Jazz
Favorite Musicians: Sting, Phil Collins and Juan Luis Guerra
Likes to Read: Poetry, Philosophy, Art and the Classics
Hobbies: Sleeping, dancing, playing the saxo and leer
Clothing: Casual elegant
Fear: Snakes
Best Quality: Sincerity
Worst Quality: Sincerity

 

Tidbits:

Mum and Dad:
Ricky's parents are divorced but he insists the he lived a very normal life.  His parents have been very supporting of him.

Siblings:
He has five other brothers and sisters.

The Mexican shows:

Hercules
Ricky participated in the Spanish release of Disney's animated movie, "Hercules" where he recorded the theme song and used his voice for the main character.

Long-time friend
Robi Rosa, his fellow member of Menudo, works with Ricky's music.  He wrote the World Cup theme song "La Copa De La Vida".

The Girl
Ricky had a long time serious relationship with Mexican MTV host Rebecca De Alba.

Marriage:
Ricky does not hesitate to form a family someday.  He almost got married once, having gone to buy the ring.

Madonna
After Ricky's performance at The Grammy's 1999, Madonna met Ricky backstage where she asked Ricky to record a duet with her.  The song is entitled "Cuidado Con Mi Corazon (Be Careful)" and is featured in the current album.