Armando Cruz

Armando Cruz, born and raised in Toronto, Canada, is a passionate and driven performer with a rich Latino heritage. He began dancing at a very young age, first exploring Latin styles at home before expanding his training to encompass a wide range of dance disciplines globally in l Canada, the United States, and Europe. This foundation and diverse training laid the groundwork for a thriving career in the performing arts. 

Armando Cruz is a dynamic and versatile dancer, actor, and performer whose career spans international stages, major film and television productions, and high-profile music videos. With a powerful stage presence and exceptional technical skill, Armando has worked alongside globally renowned artists including Daddy Yankee, Ariana Grande, Christina Aguilera, Katy Perry, Busta Rhymes, PSY, Bebe Rexha, Burna Boy, Sam Smith, Anne-Marie, Sabrina Carpenter, and most recently, Post Malone, Duckwrth, and Dino ( of the Korean super boy band ‘Seventeen’) at the E Sports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 

His film and television credits include standout performances in Reacher (Amazon), 13: The Musicaland Dance 100 (Netflix), Sneakerella (Disney+), and the highly anticipated Wicked. A seasoned professional, he’s graced iconic events such as the FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Champions League, The BRIT Awards, and The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. In 2025, he performed with Christina Aguilera at the prestigious Joy Awards, further cementing his reputation as a world-class performer.

Armando’s training pedigree includes institutions like Millennium Dance Complex, Broadway Dance Centre, and Alvin Ailey Studios, and he is a proud alumnus of both Monsters of Hip Hop and Rhapsody James’ Motivating Excellence. His adaptability and charisma continue to make him a sought-after talent in the global entertainment industry.