Television has long been a powerful social elevator, turning ordinary people into celebrities. Dozens of faces, previously known only to a select few, suddenly gained nationwide fame after participating in various shows. Rubén Torres is a prime example — in recent years, he has become a regular presence on screen, taking part in several high-profile formats, including the recent ‘Supervivientes All Stars’, where he made it to the final. But what was his life like before fame struck?
His television debut came just a couple of years ago, in 2023, on the Netflix reality show ‘Falso amor’. Soon after, he appeared on Mediaset, participating in ‘Supervivientes 2024’ and earning an honorable second place. He then joined the eighth season of ‘La isla de las tentaciones’ as a tempter, leaving the show with Bayan Al Masri. By September, he was off to Honduras again for the celebrity edition of the popular survival show.
With such a flurry of media activity over the past two years, more details about his past have come to light. Rubén Torres Martín was born on August 14, 1992, making him thirty-three years old. Originally from the Catalan city of Sabadell, he has long since moved to Barcelona, where he now lives and works. His heart belongs to influencer and nurse Laura Cantisano. However, before his rise to fame on television, his professional life was quite different.
Ruben managed to combine two very different careers. On one hand, he worked as a firefighter. This was his childhood dream, one he pursued for nearly three years while preparing for the challenging exams. In May 2019, he finally achieved his goal. According to him, it took countless sleepless nights, hours of studying, training, nerves, and a significant financial investment—but it was all worth it. After completing his training, he joined the fire department in Barcelona, where he handled fire emergencies, rescue operations, and preventive work. He sometimes shares moments from his service and useful tips on his social media.
Over time, a new passion joined his main job and turned into a business. Ruben decided to become a tattoo artist, and in 2022 he opened his own studio, Chester Tattoo, in Santa Coloma de Gramenet. He personally handled the renovations. The studio offers not only tattoos but also piercing and micropigmentation services.
Social media offers a glimpse into his personal life. His Instagram photos reveal the typical life of a young man: hanging out with friends, parties, a passion for cars, sports, and travel. Among his close circle, who often appear on his page, are his brother Daniel, who supported him on the TV show, and his beloved nephew Thiago. His mother Mari Carmen and his loyal dog Braco play a special role in his life. He also fondly remembers his late father. As for his romantic life, before meeting Laura Cantisano, he was in a long-term relationship with another woman, also named Laura.
