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Ruben Gomez Biography

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  • Born: April 25, 1974 in Brooklyn, NY
  • Years Active: 1990s-2000s
  • Member of: Menudo
  • Genre: Latin

A onetime member of Menudo, Brooklyn-born Latin-pop vocalist Ruben Gomez made his professional debut at the age of six in a McDonald's commercial; his musical bow followed four years later, when he appeared as an Elvis impersonator at the New York City club the Village Gate. In 1987, a 12-year-old Gomez joined Menudo; he remained with the teen group through four years and seven LPs, later studying acting and appearing on Broadway in Oliver. After signing to Arista Latin, Gomez issued his self-titled solo debut in 1997. ~ Jason Ankeny, Rovi

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