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MORE ABOUT CORBIN BLEU:
Birth Name: Corbin Bleu Reivers Nickname: Bleu Man Height: 5'
10"
Mini Biography. Born: February 21, 1989 in Brooklyn, New York, Corbin Bleu
followed in his father's footsteps and began appearing in
television commercials at the age two, for products such as Life cereal, Bounty,
Hasbro, and Nabisco. It was at that time he also discovered his love for dance
when he began taking jazz and ballet classes, usually the only boy in the class.
By the age of four he was a model with the Ford Modeling Agency in New York. He
appeared in print ads for stores such as
Macy's, Gap, Target, and Toys R Us, and fashion spreads in Child, Parent, and
American Baby magazines, as well as having his image on toys and game packaging.
At age six Corbin Bleu appeared in his first professional theater production off
Broadway playing an abandon homeless mute in the play "Tiny Tim is
Dead".
Corbin Bleu and his family moved to Los Angeles in 1996 and he quickly landed a
recurring role on the television series "High Incident" (1996). He
continued to land small roles in such feature films as Soldier (1998/I) with
Kurt Russell, Mystery Men (1999) with Ben Stiller, William H. Macy, and Greg
Kinnear, and Galaxy Quest (1999) with Tim Allen,
Sigourney Weaver, and Alan Rickman. He also guest starred on such television
shows as "ER" (1994), "Malcolm & Eddie" (1996),
"Cover Me" (1999) (mini), and "The Amanda Show" (1999).
Corbin Bleu also continued dancing, eventually becoming one of the first
students at the prestigious Debbie Allen Dance Academy. He then attended the Los
Angeles County High School for the Arts as a theater major, this time following
in his mother's footsteps who attended New York City's famed High School of
Performing Arts. While in his freshman year Corbin Bleu was cast in his first
lead role in the feature film Catch That Kid (2004). Back in school in his
sophomore year he played the lead role of Ren in the musical
"Footloose" and the role of Sonny in the musical "Grease".
That same year Corbin Bleu was honored with the award of Theatre Student of the
Year. In the summer of 2004 Corbin Bleu became a part of the ensemble cast for
the new Discovery Kids television series "Flight 29 Down" (2005),
filmed on location in Hawaii on the island of Oahu.During the summer of 2005
Corbin Bleu was cast as Chad in the Disney Channel Original Movie High School
Musical (2006) (TV) which was directed by Kenny Ortega. Being a big fan of
musical theater, Corbin Bleu was thrilled to be a part of this musical movie
project in which he gets to showcase his dance skills.
Now look for Corbin Bleu in the upcoming High School Musical 3 and FreeStyle
feature film! We love you, Corbin Bleu!
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CORBIN BLEU FUN FACTS AND AN INTERVIEW!!!
Corbin Bleu was in the audience of Celine Dion: That's Just the Woman in Me and announce that he loves her voice.
Corbin Bleu performed "This Christmastime" at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2007.
His favorite kind of gum is Eclipse Spearmint.
When Corbin Bleu originally auditioned for High School Musical, he tried out for the part of Ryan Evans.
His favorite meal is grilled cheese sandwich and french fries.
Corbin Bleu attended the 2007 MTV Movie Awards.
Corbin Bleu's favorite number is 8.
Corbin Bleu's biggest motivator is his parents.
Corbin Bleu fantasy trip would be in Australia.
On a questionnaire for the Disney Channel games he stated that his favorite sport is Bowling.
Corbin Bleu has also played a role in a Disney Channel video song Deal With It.
Corbin Bleu's favorite candy bar is Twix.
Corbin Bleu will team up with Vanessa on his song Still There For Me .
Corbin Bleu is 5 feet and 11 inches tall. (That is not including his hair.)
Corbin Bleu was awarded the "best hair while bowling" award during Disney Channel's New Year's Eve Sing-along
Bowl-athon.
Corbin Bleu attended the Disney Channel New Year's Eve Sing-along Bowl-athon.
Corbin Bleu's New Year's resolution for 2007 is to get out of bed when his alarm rings.
Corbin Bleu's nickname is Blue man.
Corbin Bleu's song "Push it to the limit" is available on iTunes.
Corbin Bleu's mother wished to name her son Bullet after the U2 song "Bullet the Big Blue Sky," but his father disagreed with the name (however, his father does not remember why they chose Corbin Bleu).
Corbin Bleu's last name is a stage name so that his career wouldn't be confused with that of his father, David Reivers
Corbin Bleu will star in a new movie on the Disney Channel coming in January called Jump In.
Corbin Bleu is an ambassador for the Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation. It is a charity which he frequently volunteers for.
Corbin Bleu has 3 younger sisters.
Corbin Bleu finds it difficult and a sacrifice to have to work in Hawaii.
Corbin Bleu's favorite time of year is Christmas.
Corbin Bleu says that he sees himself in 10 years in a serious relationship, successful in his career, acting, producing, music, directing and well traveled.
Corbin Bleu's crazy, yet funny sisters make him laugh.
Corbin Bleu's favorite topic of conversation is discussing the unexplained.
Corbin Bleu's favorite time of day is late night which he describes as "Party Time"
Corbin Bleu's favorite sound is the ocean at night.
Foreign countries that Corbin Bleu would like to visit are Australia, Italy and Spain.
Corbin Bleu's hobbies are his jobs, such as acting, piano, dance, and singing.
Corbin Bleu's favorite style of music is 80's music
Corbin Bleu's favorite outdoor activity is swimming in the ocean.
Basketball is Corbin Bleu’s favorite sport.
Corbin Bleu's favorite food is french fries.
Corbin Bleu's favorite colors are Gold and Black.
Corbin Bleu's first television role other than commercials was on the series High Incident when his family moved to Los Angeles in 1996.
Corbin Bleu is thankful for the support he recieves from his family, friends, teachers, and fans.
Corbin Bleu is Jamaican (from his father) and Italian (from his mother).
Corbin Bleu's favorite kind of date:
"One that lets them get to know each other better. He especially likes girls who know how to share the conversation, and not just talk about themselves. Corbin Bleu thinks a movie, followed by dinner is a perfect first date. For a romantic date - ice skating."
Corbin Bleu is the oldest out of four siblings and also the only boy.
Corbin Bleu's favorite album is the "Greatest Hits" album by STYX.
Corbin Bleu's favorite animal is the leopard or any big cats.
Corbin Bleu's favorite school subject is science.
Corbin Bleu is religious. He shares Bible verses on his official website.
Corbin Bleu appeared in the commercial announcing the Encore DVD release for the DCOM movie, High School Musical.
Corbin Bleu has been acting since he was two years old.
Corbin Bleu feature film work includes the part of young Tommy Webber in Galaxy Quest, Butch in Mystery Men, Johnny in Soldier with Kurt Russell and with Tyler Hoechlin in the Family drama The Family Tree.
Corbin Bleu is a theater major at Los Angeles High School for the Arts where he won the "Theatre Student of the Year" Award in his sophomore year.
Corbin Bleu has appeared off Broadway with Debbie Allen.
Corbin Bleu’s last name is the French spelling for Blue.
Corbin Bleu appeared on the commerical of the High School Musical DCOM DVD, interviewing people about High School Musical.
At age six Corbin Bleu appeared in his first professional theatre production off Broadway playing an abandon homeless mute in the play Tiny Tim is Dead.
Question: When you went on auditions as a little kid, how did you know not to take it personally if you didn't get the role?
Corbin Bleu: That was something that my parents explained to me when I was young. Also since I started when I was 2, I had become so used to it by [the time I was] 6 or 7. One of the best parts about having started so early was knowing what would happen in an audition, and that if I did not get it, it would not be a big deal
Corbin Bleu appeared in print ads for stores such as Macy’s, Gap, Target, and Toys R Us, and fashion spreads in Child, Parent, and American Baby magazines, as well as having his image on toys and game packaging.
By the age of four Corbin Bleu was a model with the Ford Modeling Agency in New York.
Corbin Bleu along with other cast members of High School Musical made an appearance on the Today Show on March 30th.
Corbin Bleu's favorite accessory is Comedy/Tragedy Ring.
Corbin Bleu's favorite game is Boggle.
Corbin Bleu's favorite fruit is pineapple.
Corbin Bleu's favorite actresses are Jennifer Garner and Angelina Jolie.
Corbin Bleu's favorite movies are Chicago and The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
His current role right now is in Flight 29 Down as Nathan.
At 14 he was in the movie Catch That Kid as a character named Austin.
Corbin Bleu: (about fan letter) Once in a while you start having second thoughts [about acting], then you read a letter from someone that lifts your spirits so much - it really makes a huge difference. I love reading them.
Corbin Bleu: I love competition and really going for it and doing my best, but losing isn't really upsetting to me. I feel like if I do lose, the other person really deserved it.
Corbin Bleu: I can move both of my eyes separately in different directions.
Corbin Bleu: Everybody at school knew who I was because I'm just a really friendly person.
Corbin Bleu: (Talking about his most embarrassing moment ever) I was at a steak restaurant and these girls came up to talk to me. I had barbecue sauce all over my hands, so I told them, I'll be right back. I just want to wash my hands. I went to the restroom sink and got water all over me. It looked like I peed my pants.
Corbin Bleu: My favorite show is America's Funniest Home Videos. People will get hit on the head and I feel bad cause I'm laughing my head off!
Corbin Bleu: I can do a really high-pitched cartoon voice. Everybody always say they like that.
Corbin Bleu: Kids look up to me, and it's really incredible to be in that position.
Corbin Bleu: Trust that you're ok with yourself!
Corbin Bleu: When it comes to looks, I don't have a type. I just want them to be pretty in my eyes.
Corbin Bleu: You've got to be fine with who you are.
Corbin Bleu: Everyone is different, but I'm not standoffish at all. I'm not one of those people who prefer to write a note. I'll walk right up to you and ask you out! Even if the answer's no, I'm totally cool with it.
Corbin Bleu: I was the lead in two musicals, and I took dance classes.
Corbin Bleu: I like outgoing girls with a lovely smile and beautiful eyes.
Corbin Bleu: I'm a very outgoing person. I'm always happy, I'm one of those people who are always smiling. If somebody described me to somebody else, they'd say the kid with the curly hair with the big smile on his face. I get along with everybody.
Corbin Bleu: I am a very open, social, friendly person, and when it comes to people approaching me and asking for an autograph, I am totally cool with doing any of that. It's a lot of fun.
Question: When you went on auditions as a little kid, how did you know not to take it personally if you didn't get the role?
Corbin Bleu: That was something that my parents explained to me when I was young. Also since I started when I was 2, I had become so used to it by [the time I was] 6 or 7. One of the best parts about having started so early was knowing what would happen in an audition, and that if I did not get it, it would not be a big deal
Asked what made you want to be a part of High School Musical?
Corbin Bleu: I have a background in musical theatre so to get the opportunity to be in a musical movie was very exciting.
When asked what is your latest obsession, are you into any particular book, music group, sport or activity?
Corbin Bleu: While on the set of “Flight 29 Down," the whole cast became obsessed with playing Boggle. We would play it between scenes and even during lunch. Now whenever we’re together we have to play. Sometimes we have two separate games going on at the same time.
(When asked what would you like to say to your fans and supporters)
Corbin Bleu: Thank you so much for all of your love and support. I appreciate you more than words can express. I hope you enjoy all my new projects, and I wish you all peace.
when asked if he was planning to record an album in the future
Corbin Bleu: I'm actually working on that right now! It's a got a little bit of an R&B and pop feel. I'm really into lyrical, soulful, R&B-type music.
Corbin Bleu: I mean, to see somebody else when they put so much work into whatever they do... that inspires me. My dad, he does that very much so. An actor that I really look up to is Johnny
Depp. The amount of work that he puts into his stuff, he is such an amazing actor I think!
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