Javier "Harvey" Guillén () is an American actor. He is best known for his role as the human familiar Guillermo de la Cruz in the television series What We Do in the Shadows.; Ellen, Barbara. "The week in TV: When They See Us, The Planets and more – review", The Guardian, June 2, 2019 He is also known for his voice work.
Early life Harvey Guillén is the son of Mexican immigrants. He adopted the name Harvey when school teachers could not pronounce his first name. Guillén attended Citrus College, completing the three-year Citrus Singers program in 2005. He used to recycle trash to pay for improv classes. His father, who was the first person who encouraged him to pursue acting, died of lung cancer in 2017.
Career
Guillén has appeared in recurring roles on television series such as Alistair Delgado on Huge (2010), Cousin Blobbin on The Thundermans (2013–2018), George Reyes in Eye Candy (2015), and Benedict Fenwick on The Magicians (2017–2018).Ellenbogen, Rachel. "FX's What We Do In The Shadows Series Premiere: Meet the Cast" ", International Business Times, March 27, 2019 He also appeared in the 2013 film The Internship.Ali, Rasha. "The Internship Star Harvey Guillen Joins Ross Lynch in Indie Comedy Status , TheWrap, June 13, 2016. Retrieved June 2, 2019
Beginning in 2019, Guillén played the role of Guillermo de la Cruz, the vampires' human familiar, in the FX television series What We Do in the Shadows.Stuever, Hank. "What We Do in the Shadows finds a little life left in the mockumentary format", The Chicago Tribune, March 26, 2019 He also appeared in Quibi's science fiction drama series Don't Look Deeper, before the platform shut down in December 2020.
Guillén has received considerable acclaim for his role as Guillermo. TheWrap included Guillén in a list of "2019 Emmy Contenders"."2019 Emmy Contenders, From Sophie Turner to Richard Madden" , TheWrap, May 29, 2019 Hank Steuver, in his review of What We Do in the Shadows in The Chicago Tribune, stated that Guillén "provides at least half the big laughs" in the show.
Guillén provided the voice of Funny the Magic House in Mickey Mouse Funhouse. He played Nightwing starting in season 3 of Harley Quinn.
In 2022, Guillén provided the voice for the comedic sidekick character Perrito in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
In 2023, Guillén appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in a skit as Representative George Santos.
In 2024, Guillén reprised his role as Cousin Blobbin from The Thundermans in The Thundermans Return. He also provided the voice of Odie in The Garfield Movie and Vassago in Helluva Boss.
In 2026, Guillén again appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to promote the Broadway play he would be appearing in, The Rocky Horror Show.
He's presently the host of the Spotify Podcast "Killer Stories".
Personal life Guillén speaks Spanish, English, and Japanese—the last acquired during a 13-month visit to Japan. He identifies as queer. In 2023, he was in a relationship with Kevin Braun. The couple later separated.
In January 2025 his house in Altadena was damaged by the Eaton Fire.
Filmography Film Year Title Role Notes 2012 General Education Andy"Interview: Harvey Guillen", Sidewalks Entertainment, July 29, 2013. Retrieved June 15, 2019 2013 The Internship Zach 2017 8 Bodies GarryShort film Truth or Dare Holt Thorne 2018 Status Update Lonnie Gregory F.R.E.D.I. Lopez 2021 Werewolves Within Joaquim Wolfson 2022 Cursed Friends Andy Leonard I'm Totally Fine DJ Twisted Bristle Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Perrito (voice) A green check mark indicates that a role has been confirmed using a screenshot (or collage of screenshots) of a title's list of voice actors and their respective characters found in its credits or other reliable sources of information.2023 Blue Beetle Dr. Jose Francisco Morales Rivera de la Cruz / "Sanchez" Strays Shitstain (voice) Wish Gabo (voice) 2024 The Thundermans Return Cousin Blobbin The Garfield Movie Odie (voice) The Life of Chuck Hector 2025 Companion Eli Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip Claudio A Loud House Christmas Movie: Naughty or Nice Duncan (voice) 2026 That Friend Paul Street SmartDanny G TBA (Saint) Peter Daymon Grundy Post-production
Television Year Title Role Episode(s) 2006 The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Extra Episode: "What the Hey?" 2008 Miss Guided Lopez Episode: "The List" 2010 Huge Alistair Delgado Main cast (10 episodes) Most Likely to Succeed Chuck Unaired pilot2012 Dog with a Blog Glenn Episode: "Stan of the House" Raising Hope Elijah Episode: "Don't Ask, Don't Tell Me What to Do" 2013–2018 The Thundermans Cousin Blobbin 8 episodes 2015 Eye Candy George Reyes Main cast (10 episodes)2016Crazy Ex-GirlfriendBeans Episode: "Josh & I Work on a Case!"Young & HungryZanderEpisode: "Young & Sofia" Haters Back Off Harvey 2 episodesSteinberg, Lisa. "Harvey Guillen – Haters Back Off" , Starry Constellation Magazine, October 14, 2016. Retrieved June 15, 2019 Documentary Now! Manuel Episode: "Juan Likes Rice & Chicken"2017The Real O'NealsAugustEpisode: "The Real Heartbreak"iZombieDiego Episode: "20-Sided, Die" 2017–2020 The Magicians Benedict Pickwick 8 episodes 2018 The Good Place Steve Episode: "Everything Is Bonzer!"Into the DarkNickEpisode: "The Body" 2019–2024 What We Do in the Shadows Guillermo de la Cruz Main cast (61 episodes)2020Little AmericaVictorEpisode: "The Rock"Don't Look DeeperRenato4 episodes Room 104 Luke Episode: "Foam Party" 2021 Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist George 4 episodes The Owl House Angmar (voice) Episode: "Through the Looking Glass Ruins" The Boulet Brothers' Dragula Guest Judge Episode: "Killer Clowns" Archer Alton (voice) 3 episodesTeenage EuthanasiaKenton Burpy (voice)Episode: "First Date with the Second Coming"2021–2025 Mickey Mouse Funhouse Funny the Funhouse (voice) Main cast (86 episodes) 2022 The Casagrandes Henrique (voice) Episode: "The Bros in the Band"ReacherJasper5 episodes2022–presentBig City GreensHector (voice)3 episodes2022–2023Human ResourcesJosé/Brett (voice)4 episodes2022–presentHarley QuinnDick Grayson/Nightwing/Red X (voice) 11 episodes 2023The Late Show with Stephen ColbertGeorge Santos2 episodes Shape Island Square (voice) Main role (10 episodes) RuPaul's Drag Race Guest Judge Episode: "The Daytona Wind 2" RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked Self Episode: "Untucked – The Daytona Winds 2" Lopez vs Lopez Miguel Episode: "Lopez vs. Primos"Digman!High Score (voice)Episode: "The Arky Gala"We Baby BearsGenie/Wishbone Salesman (voice)Episode: "The Big Wish" Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight Pelpel (voice) 6 episodes 2023–2024 Firebuds Uncle Tad (voice) 2 episodes 2024Impractical Jokers Self Episode: "Harvey Guillen" Angry Birds Mystery Island Buddy (voice) Main role (24 episodes) Class Acts Therapist from Hell Episode: "The Ending Could Ruin Everything" Helluva Boss Vassago (voice) Episode: "Mastermind" 2025 Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Gossip Stone Episode: "The Wizard at the End of the World: Part Two" Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake Gary Prince (voice) Main cast (Season 2) Star Wars: Visions BILY, Darth Bear (voice) Episode: "Yuko's Treasure" Krapopolis Zenobius (voice) Episode: "The Anniversary Present"
Theatre Year Title Role Venue Ref.2023SpamalotPatsyWashington D.C., Kennedy Center2026The Rocky Horror ShowEddie/Dr. ScottBroadway, Studio 54
Awards and nominations
Year Award Category Nominated work Result 2021 Critics' Choice Television Awards Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy SeriesWhat We Do in the Shadows 2022 Critics' Choice Television Awards Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor in a Network or Cable Television Series 2024 Critics' Choice Television Awards Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series 2026 Imagen Awards Best Voice-Over Actor Shape Island
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