David Castro
David Castro embarked on his acting journey at just five years old, making his debut in a national commercial for Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants. By the age of seven, he showcased his breakdancing talent in a Todd Solondz film, marking the beginning of a promising career. His first leading role came at eight in the remake of "The Little Fugitive," which set the stage for the critically acclaimed short film "Tracks of Color." In this poignant narrative, David portrayed a young graffiti artist torn between his passion and familial expectations, captivating audiences and attracting the attention of investors.
At nine, he co-starred with John Leguizamo in "Where God Left His Shoes," earning a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the IMAGEN Awards. David further impressed audiences in the film "Ministers," where he took on the challenging role of the younger version of Leguizamo's twin characters, Dante and Perfecto, alongside veteran actor Harvey Keitel.
His television credits include roles in pilots such as "The Man," produced by Anthony Zukier, and Nickelodeon’s "Summer Camp," where he played a character opposite Hailee Steinfeld. David's recent work includes the film "Forged," which received the Best Domestic Feature award at the New York International Latino Film Festival in 2010, and "Tio Papi," set for release in 2012. He also portrays Frankie DeCosmo, a Staten Island Guido, in the TBS series "Are We There Yet?" Outside of acting, David enjoys golf, competes in dance competitions, and has recently ventured into music as a self-taught pianist and aspiring singer.