Carlos was born March 15, 1986 in Huamantla, Tlaxcala, Mexico. Rivera has released four studio albums and participated in six theatre productions.\n', '

His wit made him a local celebrity in his small hometown from a very young age, and continued after winning several singing competitions and hosting a radio show on Radio Huamantla. His break came in 2004. After countless try-outs and auditions, he garnered a spot in the reality television singing competition La Academia produced by TV Azteca.\n', '

After a series of challenges, including solos and duets, and countless critiques, Rivera won over 80% of the votes from the series’ judges and was ultimately crowned the winner for season three. After the win, Rivera was named "Huamantla’s Favorite Son", by members of Huamatla\'s City Council.\n', '

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