JUANPA ZURITA

Juan Pablo Martínez-Zurita Arellano, widely known as Juanpa Zurita, is a Mexican internet personality, actor, and model born on March 29, 1996, in Mexico City, Mexico. He gained initial fame in 2013 through comedic videos on the Vine app and has since expanded his career across various entertainment and philanthropic endeavors.

🎬 Early Life and Digital Beginnings

Juanpa was born to Fernando Martínez-Zurita Reed and Teresa Arellano. He has two brothers, Fernando and Andrés, and a sister, Paola. His family moved to the United States during his youth when his father was appointed as a political counselor at the Mexican Embassy in Washington, D.C. He now resides in Los Angeles. 

He posted his first Vine on June 11, 2013, titled "That dog killed Chuck Norris and was after me," featuring his dog, Puca. This video received thousands of views within days. His subsequent Vines, often created with his brother Andrés, attracted a global audience with content in both Spanish and English. 

📹 YouTube Career and Online Presence

Following Vine's closure in 2017, Juanpa transitioned to YouTube, where his channel has amassed over 11.3 million subscribers and more than 914 million views as of May 2025. His content includes vlogs, comedic sketches, and lifestyle videos. He also maintains a significant presence on Instagram with over 25 million followers, as well as on Facebook and Twitter. 

🎭 Modeling and Acting Ventures

Juanpa's online popularity led to opportunities in modeling and acting. In 2016, he began modeling for brands like Pull&Bear, Louis Vuitton, Dolce & Gabbana, and Calvin Klein. He appeared on the cover of GQ Italia in July–August 2017. 

In acting, he is known for his role as Alex Basteri, Luis Miguel's brother, in the Netflix series "Luis Miguel" (2018–2021). He has also appeared in films such as "Alexander IRL" (2017) and "Airplane Mode" (2019). 

🌍 Philanthropy and Humanitarian Efforts

Juanpa is actively involved in humanitarian work. In 2017, he co-founded the "Love Army for Somalia" campaign alongside influencers like Jérôme Jarre and Ben Stiller, raising over $2 million to combat famine in Somalia. He personally traveled to Somalia to distribute aid. 

Following the 2017 earthquake in Mexico, he launched "Love Army Mexico," raising funds to build homes for affected families. His efforts in these campaigns have been widely recognized. 

🏆 Awards and Recognition

Juanpa's influence has been acknowledged through various accolades. In 2015, MTV Latin America named him "Icon of the Year." He co-hosted the 2017 MTV Millennial Awards and was included in Forbes' "30 Under 30" list in the Hollywood & Entertainment category in 2017. 

📚 Publications and Business Ventures

In 2016, Juanpa published a book titled "El estúpido libro." He has also ventured into business, becoming a partner in the Mexican fashion brand Acapella and collaborating with the Spanish accessories firm Hawkers. 

Juanpa Zurita's multifaceted career spans digital content creation, modeling, acting, and philanthropy. His ability to leverage online platforms for entertainment and social impact has solidified his status as a prominent figure in the digital age.