Shalim Ortiz is a Puerto Rican actor and singer best known for playing the roles of Miguel in the romantic web series, Engaged, and Alejandro Herrera on NBC hit television series, Heroes.
He has been married to his wife Lesley Ann Machado with who he shares a son. Machado is also an actress who has appeared in What's On and American Shopper.
Born in Puerto Rico
Shalim Ortiz was born as Shalim Gerardo Ortiz Goyco on February 26, 1979, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to parents Elin Ortiz and Charytín Goyco.
His father is a Perto Rican television producer and actor while his mother is a Dominican singer and hostess. He is of Perto Rican nationality and Perto Rican and Dominican descent. He belongs to white ethnicity.
He was raised along with two siblings; a sister Sharina Ortiz and a brother Alexander Ortiz. As for his height, Ortiz is 5 feet 10 inches tall. He completed his schooling in Puerto Rico.
Film and Television Appearances
Shalim Ortiz made his acting and film debut with the CBBC television series, Hollywood 7. He played the role of Miguel Delgado in two episodes of the show.
He has since appeared in numerous television shows such as Tres Milagros, Grand Hotel, Dama y obrero, Magic City, Una Maid en Manhattan, Maneater and XY.
In 2007, Shalim portrayed Miguel in the romantic web series, Engaged, and Alejandro Herrera on popular NBC TV series, Heroes.
He made his film debut with the role of Carlos in the comedy-drama film, Spin, in 2007. He has since worked in many film project together with actors Robert Miano, Raymond Forchion and Leo Fong.
He has appeared in many popular movies such as Expecting a Miracle, Bad Ass, The Art of Travel, Panic 5 Bravo, Yuniol, Reencarnación: Una historia de amor, Silver Case, Loki 7, American Curious and Villa Captive.
Estimated Net Worth is $5 Million
Shalim Ortiz is undoubtedly a successful film and television actor. He has earned a huge amount of money throughout his acting career.
According to the Celebrity Net Worth website, Ortiz has an estimated net worth of $5 million. He is living a lavish lifestyle in his luxurious house.
Shares a Son With Wife Lesley Ann Machado
Shalim Ortiz is a married man. He has been married to Lesley Ann Machado who is an actress best known for her appearances in What's On and American Shopper.
The couple tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Santo Domingo on July 19, 2008.
The husband-wife duo are parents of an adorable son, Liam Michel Ortiz, who was born in 2009. The perfect family of three is living a happy married life together.
by Arsad, 19 Sep, 2019