The Spanish actor, diagnosed with a serious illness in June 2024, stepped away from the spotlight to focus on treatment and his health.
Jose de la Torre attends “Toy Boy” premiere at Teatro Principal in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, on September 6, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
De la Torre battled a mysterious illness for months after revealing his diagnosis in June. He began receiving treatment later that month and stepped away from the spotlight to prioritize his health.
Sadly, he succumbed to the illness and was laid to rest on December, 6 in Montilla, Spain. The Netflix actor was loved by his colleagues and friends, who shared their tributes on social media.
Martin also expressed deep sorrow over his loss, vowing to keep his memory alive and cherishing the bond they shared.
She penned, “How hard it is for me to accept that you are gone, without even knowing you. I met you in the play Salome.” Flores added, “I did not have time to love you, but I did have time to know you. Consoling your parents and your sister will be difficult, heaven awaits you with open arms, how sad, you have gone too soon, too soon.”
The actor also featured in “Amar es para siempre,” “Vis a Vis: El Oasis,” and “Servir y proteger.” Aside from acting, De la Torre modeled for various high-profile fashion, jewelry, and accessory brands.
The actor’s first-ever performance was during his entrance exams for the Higher School of Dramatic Art, where he confidently delivered lines from “Romeo and Juliet,” a moment that marked the start of a promising career.
De la Torre recalled, “I was the only one in my class who hadn’t been part of a company or hadn’t done a play before at school or high school. The first time I recited a text in front of an audience was for the entrance exams for the school, but I felt as if I had been doing it all my life … and it was wonderful.”
De la Torre described his time at the Higher School of Dramatic Art as finding a place where he truly belonged. He expressed deep appreciation for the teachers at the school, crediting them with instilling in him a profound love and respect for the craft of acting.
De la Torre believed in giving one’s best, using every available resource to contribute meaningfully to every project.
Jose de la Torre attends “Toy Boy” photocall at Palacio de Congresos Europa in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, on September 6, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
The actor described the lengthy and challenging casting process he went through to secure the role of Iván in “Toy Boy.” He shared that the process spanned several tests over six months, with the first one leaving him unsure of what it was for.
He approached each test without expectations, allowing himself to flow with the scenes. It wasn’t until he learned he had been chosen that he shared the news, recalling the emotional moment when he hugged his grandmother and cried.
Jose de la Torre attends “Toy Boy” premiere at Teatro Principal in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, on September 6, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
Known for his hard work and unwavering commitment to his craft, De la Torre untimely passing leaves a void in both the world of acting and the hearts of those who admired his relentless pursuit of excellence.
