Wilmer Valderrama

Actor, producer, and activist Wilmer Valderrama has been engaging audiences for nearly two decades, known for his versatile roles across television and film. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the lovable exchange student Fez on the Emmy-nominated series "That 70s Show," a role that brought him into the limelight and earned him numerous Teen Choice Awards.

Valderrama currently stars in the #1 TV drama "NCIS" and voiced the character of Prince Charming in the family animated film "Charming." His other recent television appearances include roles in Netflix’s "The Ranch," ABC’s "Grey’s Anatomy," Robert Rodriguez & Quentin Tarantino’s "From Dusk Till Dawn," and "The Adderall Diaries." He also lent his voice to the main character in Disney’s animated children’s show "Handy Manny," which introduced preschoolers to Spanish.

Off-screen, Valderrama is a creator and producer; his MTV series "Yo Mamma," which he also hosted, showcased his behind-the-camera skills. His production company, WV Entertainment, continues to develop multiple television and film projects.

In addition to his entertainment career, Valderrama is deeply involved in community service. He serves on the board of Voto Latino and as the spokesperson for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s “Ready 2 Lead” program, focusing on the education and empowerment of Latino youth. Valderrama co-founded HARNESS, a group dedicated to connecting communities to inspire action and power change. His commitment to social issues was recognized in 2013 when he received an ALMA Award for Outstanding Social Activism.

Born in Miami and raised partly in Venezuela, Valderrama moved back to the U.S. as a teenager, where he and his sisters were the first in their family to learn English, a testament to the value of education emphasized by their parents.

Fluent in both Spanish and English, Valderrama resides in Los Angeles, continuing to influence both his industry and community with his diverse talents and dedicated activism.