Marcy Avila

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Ávila.
Marcy Avila
Marcy Avila at the Weapons world premiere
Born (1997-02-05) February 5, 1997
Caracas, Venezuela
Other namesMarcel Avila
Occupations
  • Musician
  • influencer
  • actor
  • songwriter
  • producer
Height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Musical career
GenresPop, Alternative rock, Indie rock, alt-pop, grunge, pop rock
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, bass, keyboards
Years active2014 - present
Marcy Avila at IMDb
Websitewww.marcyavila.com

Marcy Avila (Spanish: [ˈa.β̞i.la] ⓘ; Caracas, Venezuela; February 5, 1997[1])[2] is a Venezuelan multi-instrumentalist musician, producer, actress, influencer, and LGBTQ+ rights advocate[3][4] based in Los Angeles, California.[5][6] She is known for her avid electric guitar playing, her exceptional talent on the guitar led her to an endorsement deal with Fender,[7] and to perform alongside various artists, including Mothica,[8][9] Chandler Leighton, and the TikTok star McKenzi Brooke.

Avila is also known for her work as an actress for her role as the antagonist "Martin" on the venezuelan telenovela "Eneamiga",[3] and her role as "Luiggy" on Amazon Prime Video's "Almas en Pena."[10]

Early life

Avila was born in Caracas, Venezuela. From an early age she showed a strong creative drive, as she began performing in local theatre at the age of five, and teaching herself guitar at nine.[1] She studied audiovisual production and music, combining her technical and creative backgrounds before relocating to Los Angeles to expand her career internationally.[11]

Career

Music

Avila released her debut single, “Superficial,” in 2015 under her birth name, Marcel Avila.[12] The song marked her transition from independent musician to producer and live performer. Since then, she has recorded guitars for numerous artists across pop, alt-rock, and indie music, building a reputation for her expressive tone and stage presence.

Avila has collaborated with American artists Mothica, Chandler Leighton, Sophie Powers, and TikTok Star McKenzi Brooke, contributing both live and studio guitar performances.[8] In 2025, Avila featured on the Venezuelan indie rock single “Lael (feat. Marcy Avila)” by Los Delorean.[13]

Her endorsement with Fender followed her appearance in the company’s #MyFirstFender campaign, where she was spotlighted as one of the brand’s emerging guitarists.[7] She continues to perform, compose, and produce music independently while collaborating with North and Latin American artists.

Acting

Avila began acting at the age of five in local theater productions in Caracas, where she developed an early passion for performance and storytelling.[1] She later transitioned to on-screen roles, earning recognition in Venezuela for portraying the antagonist “Martín” in the RCTV telenovela Eneamiga (2019).[3] She subsequently appeared as “Luiggy” in Almas en Pena, a supernatural drama distributed internationally via Amazon Prime Video.[10]

After relocating to the United States, Avila expanded her screen career with supporting appearances in international productions, including a role in the Netflix series Never Have I Ever (Season 4).[14] In 2025, she appeared in the Lionsgate feature I Wish You All the Best, a coming-of-age drama directed by transgender filmmaker Tommy Dorfman. Avila, who is also transgender, portrayed Sophie’s girlfriend in the film, a story centered on self-discovery and acceptance. Her casting was noted for bringing authentic transgender visibility to a major studio production and for reflecting the film’s commitment to inclusive representation.[15]

Avila’s transition from Venezuelan television to American film and streaming productions reflects her ongoing evolution as a cross-cultural performer. Her performances often explore themes of identity, resilience, and self-expression, aligning with her broader creative and activist work.

Emerging global presence

After relocating to Los Angeles, Avila began expanding her professional reach beyond Latin America. Her involvement in international productions and cross-cultural collaborations has contributed to her growing visibility within global entertainment. She has been photographed attending film premieres and industry events hosted by major studios, with coverage documented by editorial outlets such as Getty Images.[16] Avila’s multidisciplinary activity across film, music, and public media appearances has positioned her among a new generation of Latin-American artists gaining international recognition.

Activism

Avila is an advocate for transgender and LGBTQ+ representation, using her platform to raise awareness about inclusion and equality. She has been profiled in outlets such as *El Diario* and *Los Angeles Blade*, where she spoke about gender identity and the challenges facing queer communities in Venezuela and abroad.[3][4]

Filmography

Music videos

Year Artist Song Role Genre Ref(s)
2024 MOTHICA Red Self Alternative rock [17][8]
2024 McKenzi Brooke F-U Self Pop

Television

Year Title Role Network Notes Ref(s)
2019 Eneamiga Martín RCTV Main antagonist [3]
2020 Almas en pena Luiggy RCTV Distributed by Amazon Prime Video [10][3]
2023 Never Have I Ever (Season 4) Hotpocket Netflix [14][6]
2024 Date My Abuelita, First! Self - Main dater iHeart Radio Talk show [18][15]

Film

Year Title Role Production Notes Ref(s)
2025 I Wish You All the Best Sophie's girlfriend Lionsgate Films [15]
2023 Quiz Lady Stage crasher Hulu Cameo [15]
2022 El año de la persistencia Self Veloz Films Documentary appearance [15]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Primicias24 | 5 de febrero de 1997: Nace la activista por los derechos LGBTI Marcy Ávila". Primicias24. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  2. ^ "El Tiempo | Tiempo Libre | Entretenimiento online resaltado por la edición". El Tiempo. Archived from the original on 19 June 2020. Retrieved 16 June 2020.
  3. ^ a b c d e f "El Diario | "El género es algo con lo que se nace y realmente no lo puedes modificar"". El Diario. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
  4. ^ a b "Los Angeles Blade | "Inter-American commission calls for Venezuela to protect LGBTQ rights"". Los Angeles Blade. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  5. ^ "Marcy Avila | Official Website". MarcyAvila.com. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  6. ^ a b "El Diario | "Marcy Ávila, la polifacética venezolana que llevó su talento a Netflix, Disney, Meta…"". El Diario. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  7. ^ a b "#MyFirstFender with Marcy Avila". Fender. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  8. ^ a b c "Mothica announces new album 'Kissing Death' and releases first 4 singles". TwentyFourSeventy Magazine. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  9. ^ "Marcy Avila | RED by @mothica is finally OUT!..." Instagram. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  10. ^ a b c "RCTV Internacional llegó a Amazon Prime con Almas en pena". El Pitazo. Retrieved 16 June 2020.
  11. ^ "Marcy Avila – Official Website". marcyavila.com. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  12. ^ "Marcel Avila – Superficial (Audio Only)". YouTube. 2015. Retrieved 29 October 2025.
  13. ^ "Lael (feat. Marcy Avila)". YouTube. CD Baby/Los Delorean. 2025. Retrieved 29 October 2025.
  14. ^ a b "Never Have I Ever wrapped a Netflix show!…". Marcy Avila's official website. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  15. ^ a b c d e "Marcy Avila on IMDB". IMDB. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  16. ^ "Marcy Avila – editorial image archive". Getty Images. Retrieved 29 October 2025.
  17. ^ "MOTHICA - Red (Official Music Video)". MOTHICA on YouTube. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
  18. ^ "Date My Abuelita, First! | Marcy: Strikes a Cord in the Heart of One Dater". iHeart Radio. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
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