Danny Ramirez is becoming one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising stars. Known for his roles in On My Block and Top Gun: Maverick, he’s now making headlines not only for his acting but also for his personal life.
In July 2025, Danny was seen with actress Jessica Alba. Photos from TMZ showed the two returning from a trip to Cancún together. This came just a few months after Alba filed for divorce from Cash Warren, her husband of 16 years. The former couple shares three children: Honor, Haven, and Hayes.
Shortly after the trip, Us Weekly confirmed that Danny and Jessica were spending time together. A source revealed that they met through mutual friends and were keeping things casual. Later that month, the two were seen on a dinner date in West Hollywood, followed by a more romantic outing where Jessica gave Danny orchids. Danny also showed quiet support on Instagram by liking Jessica’s bikini photos at the end of the month.
Before acting, Danny Ramirez dreamed of becoming a professional soccer player. Born on September 17, 1992, he played at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta. An ankle injury during his first year changed everything. While he was on crutches, a production assistant from the film The Reluctant Fundamentalist visited the soccer field and asked if anyone wanted to be an extra. That moment inspired him to start acting. The very next day, Danny bought his first acting books.
One of the most important people in Danny’s career has been Tom Cruise. After working together on Top Gun: Maverick, they’ve stayed in close contact. Danny says Tom still gives him advice and is one of the fastest texters he knows. He credits Cruise with teaching him about discipline, craft, and how to fully commit to a project.
Danny’s acting career has grown rapidly. He’s appeared in popular shows like Orange Is the New Black, The Affair, and Black Mirror. In recent years, he’s been best known for playing Joaquin Torres, also known as Falcon, in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World.
In 2025, Danny starred as Manny Alvarez in The Last of Us, where he worked alongside Pedro Pascal. Their connection was instant, and they’re set to reunite in Avengers: Doomsday in 2026. Danny spoke highly of Pedro, calling him a true artist who brings both emotion and intelligence to every role.
To prepare for his Marvel role, Danny trained with Nic Shimonek, focusing on movements like bear crawls and Spider-Man crawls. These animal-style workouts helped him build strength and avoid injury. He explained that those specific warm-ups gave his body the flexibility and power needed for physically demanding scenes.
With a mix of talent, dedication, and charisma, Danny Ramirez is definitely someone to watch — both on screen and off.