David Zayas is a Puerto Rican actor who has earned popularity for his roles in TV shows such as ‘Dexter’ and ‘Gotham.’ He has also appeared in movies like ‘Annie’. He was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York. Before embarking on his acting career, he was in the United States Air Force, and later an officer in the NYPD. He began his acting career mostly playing law enforcement officers. His early works included guest roles in TV shows such as ‘Law & Order’ and ‘Feds’. His most important role so far was in the crime drama series ‘Dexter’, which was about a forensic technician who also lives the life of a vigilante serial killer. The series was a hit, and Zayas earned a Satellite Award in the ‘Best Supporting Actor’ category. He is also known for his role in the TV series ‘Gotham’, which is a prequel to the story of the popular superhero Batman. His performance in the musical comedy film ‘Annie’ was appreciated as well.
