Eric West is considered one of films and televisions fastest rising stars in Hollywood, with a wealth and variety of performances to his credit. Named "Hottest Actor of 2013" by Cosmopolitan magazine. Eric also drew major attention in the fashion world being named by the publishers of GQ and Vogue a Style Icon and Innovator. Eric was also awarded the "Next Award" from Vibe Magazine. He most recently completed work on HBO's upcoming Broadway themed TV show "The Miraculous Year", staring Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon and MTV's sketch comedy "Hey Girl." West was also featured on the 2012 Elle Style Awards as a "Style Innovator." Furthermore, West has been featured in a wide-ranging assortment of national media outlets, spanning GQ, Essence and Esquire.
Recorded a song called "Can You Help Me?", produced by Stay-C of the rock band Spout! In spring of 2002, it was shipped to radio in Latin America; in fall 2002, it became an international mega hit topping the B-Radio Latin American radio charts for 2 weeks, rivaling songs by Justin Timberlake and Madonna for the No. 1 spot, while hitting Top 5 in Chile, Bolivia and Mexico.
In the summer of 1998 he took his voice to radio, at age 16 he was the youngest DJ ever on FM radio in New York City, when he became a co-host of the Top 9 at 9 on 107.5 WBLS with radio diva JC Jordan.
Signed a deal with Artist Against Racism to appear in their TV commercials in America. Artist Against Racism is an organization that also includes superstars like Cline Dion , Lenny Kravitz , Sarah McLachlan , Mike Myers , "Bush" and Aerosmith.
Honored with a Humanitarian Award called Youth Of The Millennium from the OCTN in 2003.
Nephew of soul legend Smokey Robinson.
Born to an African American mother and a Puerto Rican father.
In 2004, Eric appeared in his own fashion spread in Marie Clarie Japan. He was featured as one of fashions top new models and singers.
Recorded his first single at age 16. It was a Top 10 radio track in Japan.
In association with Rolling Stone Magazine, Eric earned a 2000 My VH-1 Award Nomination for Best Legal MP3 Download, against Eminem , Madonna , U2 , BBMak and 2+gether.
Discovered by Fergie in 1996.
Engaged to actress Christina Milian from 2005-2006.
A graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts.
Is of Cuban descent.
I was homeless for about 8 months, I refused to live with my dad or anyone for that matter. So I stayed somewhere that had no hot water, ever, no heat, I told myself I have to be strong and get through it on my own. .
