Rivkah Reyes (born August 18, 1992) is an American actor, musician, writer, producer, and podcast host. They first gained recognition for their role as bassist Katie in the 2003 comedy film School of Rock. Since then, Reyes has built a multifaceted career in film, television, theater, comedy, music, and digital media, and has spoken publicly about their experiences as a child actor and personal recovery journey. They use they/them pronouns and identify as queer Filipinx-Jewish.
Early Life and Education
Rivkah Reyes was born on August 18, 1992 in Chicago, Illinois. They began performing at a young age, picking up the guitar at around four years old. During the fourth grade, Reyes performed on the NPR radio program From the Top, which helped lead to their casting in School of Rock.
Acting Career
Reyes made their film debut as the bass player Katie in the 2003 musical comedy School of Rock, starring Jack Black. This role brought early public recognition and has remained one of their best-known performances.
Following their breakout role, Reyes continued to work in film and television, appearing in various projects including Easy (Netflix), A Picture Perfect Holiday (Lifetime), and Bring the Funny (NBC). They have also been active in theater and comedy in major cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York, with performances in productions such as Spamilton and American Idiot.
Music and Other Creative Work
In addition to acting, Reyes is a musician and has released music, including the single another vice in 2024, reflecting their continued engagement with songwriting and performance.
Personal Challenges and Advocacy
Reyes has spoken publicly about the challenges they faced after early fame, including bullying, harassment, and a decade-long struggle with addiction and mental health issues. In interviews and writings, they have detailed how these experiences impacted their life and eventual recovery, which began around 2017.
Podcasting and Current Work
Reyes is the host of the Where Are We Now? podcast, which focuses on discussions with former child stars about life after early fame. They continue to work in entertainment as an actor, writer, and producer, and are based in Los Angeles.
References
- Rivkah Reyes biography. IMDb. (IMDb)
- ‘School of Rock’ actor Rivkah Reyes reveals bullying and addiction struggles after early fame. The Independent. (The Independent)
- Rivkah Reyes shares new single another vice. Our Culture Mag. (Our Culture)
- Rivkah Reyes profile. Geffen Playhouse. (Geffen Playhouse)
- Rivkah Reyes filmography. Rotten Tomatoes. (rottentomatoes.com)
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