Monthly Arqutie Inspiration!Â
August 2017: Javier MuĂąoz - Born November 27, 1975
Queer: Gay
Nationality/Ethnicity: United States/Hispanic
Art: Broadway Actor and Singer
Style:Â Passionate, Sensual, Strong Emotions, nicknamed âthe Sexy Hamiltonâ, Bold, Believable and Straightforward
A cancer survivor and openly HIV positive, MuĂąoz openly advocates for - not only the LGBT communityâs rights - but has spoken out against Trumpcare and what it could mean for the American people.Â
Had his big break playing roles written by Lin Manuel Miranda, starting off with his portrayal of Usnavi on In the Heights, and later the leading role of Hamilton himself. Â
Had the privilege to perform in front of celebrated people such as President Obama, BeyoncĂŠ, and the late, legendary Prince.
Coming from an artistic household, he Graduated from New York University with his Bachelors in Fine Arts in 1999. He was a naturally gifted and talented artist and student.Â
One of his mentors included the late, great George Michael. âPraying for Timeâ was his go-to song when he auditioned for his role of Usnavi on In The Heights.Â
An avid gardener and has a green thumb, MuĂąoz has a little garden he tends to by himself, sparking the cute and wholesome #JaviltonGarden hashtag on twitter.Â
Quotes:
"[About being a minority] like when an adult is talking to a group of kids and looks at all the other kids but doesn't look at the minority. We feel that. You're made to feel different. Like you are separate."
âThe stories you share of how my coming out helped you come out; the stories you share of how my resilience has invigorated your own; the stories you share of how I inspired you; all that you say I give to you is returned to me from you tenfold.â (An excerpt from his letter to the LGBTQ Community posted on Billboard).Â
