'La Tempestad' Star William Levy on His New Telenovela and
Return to Spanish-Language TV
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/la-tempestad-star-william-levy-594656
The former "Dancing With the Stars" competitor
stars in a new Univision novela debuting Monday night.
Telenovela star William Levy makes his return to
Spanish-language TV on Monday night.
The Cuban-American actor, who took a two-year hiatus to
compete on ABC's Dancing With the Stars and other projects, is starring in
Univision's novelaLa Tempestad (The Storm), which debuts Monday. (It will air
weeknights at 9 p.m.)
La Tempestad centers on Marina (former Miss Universe Ximena
Navarrete, making her acting debut), whose revelations of her vengeful former
boss' indiscretions force her to find work in a small fishing village. There
she meets Damián (Levy), the owner of the fishing boat La Tempestad, and they
fall in love. But jealous and ambitious rivals emerge bent on destroying any
hopes they may have had for happiness.
The telenovela's cast also includes Spanish star Iván
Sánchez as Levy’s main rival, along with Mexican actors including César Évora,
Daniela Romo, Laura Carmine, Jessica Coch, Diana Bracho, Alfonso Herrera and
Luis Manuel Avila.
The project, shot in and around Veracruz, Mexico,
is said to be one of Televisa's most ambitious productions to date, spearheaded
by producer Salvador Mejía (Triunfo del Amor).
Ahead of the show's premiere, Levy -- whose credits also
include Sortilegio and Triunfo del Amor -- talked to The Hollywood Reporter via
e-mail about his new show and his growing fan base.
The Hollywood Reporter:
What is it about this project that attracted you to the role?
William Levy: I'm excited to return to telenovelas with this
production. It's an action-filled, romantic drama. In fact, one of my first
scenes is a full blown battle with pirates. I know my U.S. fan base,
and they will love this action-packed drama that is also a beautiful love
story.
THR: How has your fan base grown since Dancing With the
Stars? [Levy finished in third place on the show's 14th season during the May
2012 finale.]
Levy: The show gave me a new fan base here in the U.S.
PHOTOS: The Faces of Pilot Season 2013
THR: What can you tell us about your character in La
Tempestad?
Levy: I play Damián Fabre, the captain of a fishing boat,
who falls in love with Marina, the director of the company I work for. The
obstacles and challenges they face make it a riveting story that I know audiences
will enjoy.
THR: What can viewers expect to see from the show?
Levy: La Tempestad is full of action, yet a romantic drama.
In fact, my first scene is a full-blown battle with pirates. It's a great
production that was filmed on location in beautiful Veracruz, and it has a great cast.
THR: This is your first Spanish-language role since DWTS.
What made you want to return to Spanish-language TV?
Levy: This was a great opportunity for me because the novela
has good elements. I simply loved the script. Besides La Tempestad, I have two
movies coming up next year: Addicted and Single Moms Club, both Lionsgate
productions.
La Tempestad premieres at 9 p.m. Monday. Watch the first
episode's first 20 minutes below.
William
Levy DESPIERTA AMERICA HABLA DE LA TEMPESTA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCdSs08kEdU
Ximena
Navarrete casting "La Tempestad" Telenovela
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YR2H5PdNXA
Ximena Navarrete habla de los besos con William Levy
(@willylevy2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wtb_1q_TUhc
Fotos de
William Levy y Ximena Navarrete en TVNotas || SyP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbVIVpPNvPU
Detras de
camara de "La Tempestad" con @willylevy29 @ivansanc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8r3KzV2MAA
William
Levy [@WillyLevy29] y XimenaNR En La Intimidad con Pa
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVQ--8lU9jE
photos
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William Levy talks about his private life
http://modelsmore.50webs.com/WilliamLevy/interview.html
photos William Levy
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William Levy rocks out as the new face for Pepsi Next
http://nbclatino.com/2013/04/24/william-levy-rocks-out-as-the-new-face-for-pepsi-next/
William Levy is a dad, telenovela star and crossover
personality but it looks like there’s a lot more to Levy than meets the eye
right away (that is, if you can focus on anything other than his killer smile
and biceps), as he’s a playful guy who is thankful for the chance to make his
box office dreams come true.
The 32-year-old – who was born in Cuba
and emigrated to the U.S.
as a teen – is experiencing a rapidly rising career. As a celebrity
spokesperson for Pepsi NEXT, Levy’s face can now be spotted on grocery store
displays, billboards across the country and in an upcoming national television
commercial; he’s also recently wrapped up two English-language films,
“Addicted” and Tyler Perry’s “Single Mom’s Club.” Chatting from Los Angeles, Levy spoke to NBC Latino’s Nina
Terrero about acting like a rock star on the set of his steamy Pepsi NEXT
campaign, how his life has changed since his crossover breakthrough on “Dancing
with the Stars” and dished about what fans can expect to see from him on-screen
this year.
NBC Latino: You were photographed as a few different
characters for this new Pepsi NEXT campaign. Which look did you have the most
fun in?
Levy: I had fun with each one of them, but I have to tell
you: I had the most fun with the rock star, the Casanova and action hero.
[Because] when we did it, the director told me, you know what? ‘Just do
whatever you want to do.’ So I was like, are you sure? She said, ‘you have the
instruments, just do whatever you want!’ So I’m like OK, action! I started
jumping all over the place, kicking everything — I just went crazy.
NBC Latino: Say you’re going to make a romantic meal for
your significant other. There will be Pepsi NEXT, but what’s on the menu?
Levy: Make? What do you mean make? If I have time to cook,
I’ll make something. I like cooking, I enjoy cooking actually. When I cook, I
eat better.
NBC Latino: What’s the scoop on the English language films
you’re working on?
Levy: We just finished two movies, “Addicted” and “Single
Moms Club.” Great movies, one is a drama, “Addicted,” and “Single Moms Club’”
is a romantic comedy… which has a really nice message for single moms.
NBC Latino: Why is it important to you to be involved with a
project that has a message you feel strongly about?
Levy: Always, always. Sometimes I think in everything we do,
we want a message. Either it’s a book or movie, or series. Or when you talk to
somebody, you always want to send out a message.
NBC Latino: You’ve had a really fast rise to crossover
stardom. How has your life changed since ‘Dancing with the Stars’?
Levy: I’m just really enjoying this moment right now. I
appreciate everything that’s happened in my life. I always dreamed about this
and it’s amazing to live it — I thank God every day for it. To be able to
achieve things I want to do, and be able to come to the American market is
something I always wanted to do. [Crossover fame] changed things around my
life, but it hasn’t really changed my life. It doesn’t change who you are. My
life keeps being the same. I just have more opportunities than before to help
my family and the people around me. I’m the same guy: I play dominoes when I
have a chance, spend time with my babies. Sure, you work more and have less
time with them but at the end, you’re the same guy.
La
tempestad
Iván
Sánchez (actor)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iván_Sánchez_(actor)
Iván
Sánchez (Madrid, 19 de noviembre de 1974) es un actor y modelo español de
origen argentino.
photos
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William Levy, Ximena Navarrete, Iván Sánchez greet the
Fans at 'LA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rnslGC0pcU
William Levy and Ximena Navarrete Too Hot for Univision's LA
Tempestad
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us3imLnV_xA
William Levy arrives at Univision's New Telenovela LA
Tempestad
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbclEGpodNg
Iván Sánchez arrives at Univision's New Telenovela 'LA
Tempestad”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DffSiXzXNds
LA
TEMPESTAD TRAILER
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39KdG17C4ac
La
Tempestad: Damián le demuestra a Marina que es el dueño de s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OO-OWRkCUqg
Marina y Damian aun no estoy lista
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thAI6UOKuoI
La
Tempestad: Damián y Marina se dan el beso de despedida - Esc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yto3G16rZS4
William Levy & Ximena Navarrete (DAMIAN Y MARINA)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjV-Cj_klzs
Marina y Damian - La Mujer Perfecta
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw5BJunSVbU
Damian y Marina - Quien - La Tempestad
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v-VqW3R91k
Marina y Damian - Solo para ti
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Uidb3XIMEY
Damian Y Marina-Te Voy A Amar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9Qg1qs_MU4
Hoy Tengo
Ganas De Ti - Alejandro Fernandez ft. Christina Aguiler
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CoHneUYbetQ&list=PL-yft6KuEO5Zbwi9sMrMVCQjJXOs-33sC
La
Tempestad
http://www.youtube.com/channel/HCD8x-0tehT8A
Why Is William Levy Taking Break From Telenovelas? ‘La
Tempestad’ Star Explains Why We Won't See Him Shirtless Anymore
http://www.latintimes.com/articles/9564/20131024/william-levy-leaving-telenovelas-shirtless-scenes-family-soaps.htm#.Ummfob38Bjs
William Levy is not taking his shirt off anymore! Gasp! Hopefully
your DVR is filled with episodes of "La Tempestad" because it may be
the last telenovela he appears in for a long time. Levy explained his shocking
decision to take a break from novelas, but also took time to assure fans that
he is proud of his telenovela work. Levy, who rose to fame with prominent roles
on steamy soaps, seems to be taking some personal time after his role ends on
"La Tempestad."
Levy revealed, "Making these novelas is hard work, and
as time passes, you find other priorities in life. You start getting a feeling
in your stomach to be with your children and spend more time with them."
Filming telenovelas is demanding work, and provide little flexibility for the
main characters, so with his family and growing career, the move to Hollywood is expected.
Aside from spending time with his two children, Christopher
and Kailey, Levy is focused on the silver screen. Life after Damian Fabre seems
promising for the Cuban-American star, who has two films slated for release in
2014. In his upcoming film, "Single Mom's Club," written and directed
by Tyler Perry, Levy will play a character named Manny. He will also star in
the thrilling drama "Addicted," which is based on a novel of the same
name by Zane; he will perform the role of Quentin.
Levy will also be putting his "Dancing With the
Stars" skills to good use in an upcoming film called "Salsa,"
also starring Jada Pinkett-Smith. The pair will meet when Levy, a salsa
instructor, literally sweeps Jada off her feet. Despite Levy's wish to keep his
clothes off, with salsa and romance comes sex, and of course shirtless scenes!