NAME
Andrés Meija Vallejo
Occupation
Actor, Producer, & Athlete
Short Bio
Andrés Mejía Vallejo is a distinguished actor, producer, and athlete born in Colombia, who relocated to the United States at a young age to advance his artistic career. Growing up in an artistic family, Andrés developed a diverse skill set, playing the piano, studying theater, and competing in various sports. His early career saw significant success as a TV producer in Miami and Los Angeles during his 20s. By his 30s, he had firmly established himself as an actor in internationally acclaimed productions and had earned recognition as a champion athlete on television.
A notable milestone in Andrés’s career was becoming the first Colombian to represent his country in Mister Supranational, an international male beauty pageant held in Poland. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he also ventures into the fashion industry with his own line of swimsuits and T-shirts. Andrés has a deep connection with animals and his extensive theater background has secured him prominent roles in both Colombian and U.S. theater.
Today, Andrés resides in Los Angeles, California, where he continues to thrive as an actor, writer, and musician, consistently pursuing new opportunities and challenges in his multifaceted career.
In each day we’re alive, tell us the three things you’re grateful for:
For one more day alive. For my family, my health and my friends.
Favorite type of music:
Dance/Electronic
Who would you switch lives with for one day if you could:
God.
Name the biggest pet peeve you have- no holds barred:
When people smack food.
How do you psyche yourself up for the day ahead:
I take 30 minutes before starting my day to mediate and do breath work. I write down what I’m grateful for and my affirmations. I write down what I want to attract for that day. And I pray and do sound healing with my bowl.
Go to products in your bag you can’t live without:
Moisturizer. Sunglasses. My AirPods.
How do you use Sundays to destress from work:
I walk or hike. I watch my favorite TV shows. I hang with my best friends. I spend a lot of time on my own, quieting my mind and resting my body. I also treat myself to my favorite foods.
How would you describe yourself:
I’m a big go-getter. I’m intense and persistent when it comes to my dreams. I’m very respectful. I’m a hard worker. And I don’t ever step over anyone for opportunities. I’m very competitive.
What is your biggest weakness and strength:
My biggest strength is my discipline and perseverance. My biggest weakness is that I can be very naive.
What’s your hidden talent that no one, not even your partner knows about:
How proactive I am.
What’s one trend you would obliterate forever:
Pranks where people are hurt or disrespected.
