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Josh Segarra

Josh Segarra is an American actor known for television roles in The Electric Company, Sirens, and Arrow, and for originating the role of Emilio Estefan in the Broadway musical On Your Feet! He has also appeared in film and stage productions including Trainwreck, Overboard, Lysistrata Jones, and Dogfight.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Josh Segarra is an American actor known for his television roles in The Electric Company, Sirens, and Arrow, and for originating the role of Emilio Estefan in the Broadway musical On Your Feet!. He has also appeared in film and stage productions including Trainwreck, Overboard, Lysistrata Jones, and Dogfight.

Early life and education

Segarra was born in Orlando, Florida, on June 3, 1986, and is of Puerto Rican descent. He graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.

Career

He gained recognition through television roles in The Electric Company, Sirens, and Arrow, and later originated the role of Emilio Estefan in On Your Feet!. Additional television credits include Homeland, Chicago P.D., Orange Is the New Black, The Other Two, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, and The Big Door Prize.

Film and stage work

His screen credits include Trainwreck, Overboard, and Scream VI, while his stage work includes Lysistrata Jones, Dogfight, and On Your Feet!.

Key facts

  • Born on June 3, 1986, in Orlando, Florida.
  • Known for playing Hector Ruiz in The Electric Company, Billy Cepeda in Sirens, and Adrian Chase in Arrow.
  • Originated the role of Emilio Estefan in the Broadway musical On Your Feet!.
  • Graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.
  • Has appeared in television series including Homeland, Chicago P.D., Orange Is the New Black, The Other Two, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, and The Big Door Prize.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Josh Segarra?
Josh Segarra is an American actor known for television, film, and stage roles, including Arrow and On Your Feet!
When was Josh Segarra born?
He was born on June 3, 1986.
Where is Josh Segarra from?
He was born in Orlando, Florida, and some biographies also describe him as from Longwood, Florida.
What is Josh Segarra best known for?
He is best known for The Electric Company, Sirens, Arrow, and originating Emilio Estefan in On Your Feet!.
What is Josh Segarra’s background?
Biographical sources describe him as of Puerto Rican descent.
What are some of Josh Segarra’s other credits?
Other credits listed include Homeland, Chicago P.D., Orange Is the New Black, The Other Two, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, Trainwreck, Overboard, and Scream VI.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josh_Segarra
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, and major known roles.
  2. Broadway.com — https://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/josh-segarra/profile/
    Supports: NYU Tisch education, stage credits, and role origin in On Your Feet!.
  3. BroadwayWorld — https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Josh-Segarra/
    Supports: Known for The Electric Company, Sirens, Arrow, and On Your Feet!; additional theatre and TV credits.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2019219/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Puerto Rican descent, and selected credits.
  5. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/josh-segarra/bio/3030598785/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession.
  6. TMDb — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/426216-josh-segarra?language=en-US
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and selected film/TV credits.