Actor David Palacio transitioned from working as a background extra and production assistant on the Telemundo dating show 12 corazones to starring in major international television productions like Caracol Televisión’s La mujer prohibida, according to profile details published about the performer.
From 12 Corazones Extras to Leading Roles
In 2005, Palacio participated as a background extra on the Telemundo program 12 corazones, earning twenty dollars per emission for clapping and cheering on set, according to production accounts. He later advanced to work behind the scenes as a production assistant handling tasks like cable management, and eventually ascended to an associate producer role on a musical reality format. Seeking to move in front of the camera, Palacio relocated to Mexico to study at Televisa’s Centro de Formación Artística, launching an acting career that spans over a decade across international markets.
Auditioning for La mujer prohibida
Palacio secured his role as regional music singer Víctor Rodríguez in the Caracol Televisión telenovela La mujer prohibida after overhearing casting rumors on the set of the production Clase 95, according to the actor’s firsthand account. Upon learning about the project, he approached the telenovela’s producer, prepared two audition scenes, and composed an original song to demonstrate his suitability for the character. To prepare for the performance, Palacio studied prominent regional Mexican music artists, noting a particular immersion in the discography of singer Carin León.
Extensive Streaming and Television Credits
Before his role in La mujer prohibida, Palacio built a robust resume across multiple streaming and broadcast networks. According to published career histories, his credits include performances in Ritmo salvaje, Romina poderosa, and the second season of Netflix’s thriller Perfil falso, a series that entered the platform’s global Top 10 with over four million views. His upcoming projects include a leading role in the upcoming Telemundo original series Unidad de vida, scheduled to begin filming ahead of the network’s 2027 broadcast slate.
Did You Know?
Netflix’s Perfil falso, featuring David Palacio, achieved significant international reach by securing a spot in the platform’s global Top 10 rankings and surpassing four million total views during its run.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did David Palacio get his start in television?
According to background accounts, Palacio began his career in the United States as a background extra and later worked as a production assistant and associate producer on the Telemundo program 12 corazones before training as an actor in Mexico.
What role does David Palacio play in La mujer prohibida?
Palacio portrays Víctor Rodríguez, a regional popular music singer who falls in love with Karen Arbeláez—played by Valerie Domínguez—the wife of a prominent political figure named Alejandro Orduz, portrayed by Rodrigo Candamil.
Which streaming series has David Palacio starred in?
His streaming credits include prominent roles in Netflix productions such as the second season of Perfil falso, alongside broadcast series like Romina poderosa and Ritmo salvaje.
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