Brian Jordan Alvarez

Alvarez was born in Manhattan and grew up in the city of Winchester, Tennessee. Alvarez has South American roots from the country of Colombia through one side of his family, and also roots from the American South from the other side of his family.[3]

In Middle School, he was teased and bullied a lot for his sexuality. While at the school, he was heavily involved in its theatre program. He continued to study acting at USC School of Dramatic Arts where he received his Bachelor of Fine Arts.[1]

For years, Alvarez formed part of numerous theatre productions growing up in Winchester. Since his days in the south, he has been part of several projects big and small. While at USC, he continued to be a part of plays and cinematic projects collaborating with many of the film students. He was involved in short films, music videos, and several other acting projects.

He collaborated with College Humor on an episode titled, "Gay Men Will Marry Your Girlfriends". He has performed roles in several television shows including: Will & Grace, Hot in Cleveland, Life in Pieces, Jane the Virgin, Go-Go Boy Interrupted, and 2 Broke Girls.[1]

Alvarez is openly gay.[3]