With apologies to Eric Dane from Grey’s Anatomy, but Manu Ríos is now officially the new McSteamy.
The 25-year-old Spanish hunk has reunited with Elite creator Carlos Montero on the new Netflix medical drama Breathless (Respira in Spanish).
Ríos plays Biel, one of the overworked residents at Joaquín Sorolla hospital who must decide whether to continue treating patients during a hospital strike or join the frontlines in hopes of receiving better working conditions.
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While Breathless contains a gorgeous cast, it centers on themes of life, death and suffering and may be a departure for those looking for the over-the-top antics that ruled Elite‘s eight-season run.
Over the weekend, Breathless premiered and quickly put away any qualms on whether Ríos would be able to bring the Elite-era heat fans had been accustomed during his three-season stint on the YA telenovela.
Amid the show’s eight episodes, Rios flashes his smooth, taut musculature on multiple occasions, including a swoon-worthy shirtless scene in a steamy bathroom.
The doctor will see you now!
Fans took notice and the show quickly climbed to the top of Netflix.
As if seeing Rios’ ripped physique wasn’t enough to get tongues wagging, Breathless also offers another example to see him flex his singing chops.
In one of the more jovial scenes, Ríos sings along to Spanish pop star Bad Gyal’s 2016 hit “Fiebre” before catching feelings for one of his fellow doctors.
Ríos is anxious to manifest his pop star era as he recently discussed launching a music career.
“When I was 15 I started a musical project in the United States. But just when I had my EP ready, I got signed to Netflix and decided to go for acting. I prefer to focus on something rather than take on too much,” the actor told Harper’s Bazaar Spain.
“Although music is essential for me and I will definitely try again.”
If you weren’t aware, Ríos had a burgeoning singing career as a young teen and went viral after posting YouTube videos singing covers of popular pop songs. He was even labeled the “Spanish Justin Bieber.”
He hasn’t announced any concrete plans to drop an album, but we’ll keep our eyes and ears wide open.
All eight episodes of Breathless are streaming now on Netflix. Check out a few pics of Ríos from the show’s premiere in Madrid below:
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ddmtl
Well that is if you’re into hairless twinks.
Louis
Each time I see this guy on screen or in a photo I am surprised by how attractive he is. I never really remember the level he has reached and so each time he is seen is like the first time.
Huron132
Manu has that old Hollywood look and appeal. He has that James Garner, Rock Hudson steamy sexy look. Honestly I’m madly in love with him. He has all the perfect you want in a acting idol. I’m just waiting for the sonic boom of his career to explode!
corioboy
Nice, very, very nice:)
ghs8956
I know he’s a nice looking guy but the medical show is a bad show in my opinion. I was hoping it would be great but I was disappointed.
Ronbo
Get that poor boy a sandwich. Starvation stunts growth. I can hear Sarah McLaughlin singing “Angel” while he claws his tiny paws thru his wire cage seeking crumbs. He’s not “breathless”; like Karen Carpenter, he just needs nutrition.
abfab
If anyone needs to be fed something, it’s you ronnyboy.