Meet the Hunks of Netflix's 'Elite'

Shawn Laib READ TIME: 4 MIN.

Watch this clip from Netflix's "Elite."

Netflix's "Elite" has no shortage of hunky men to admire on the screen, so we thought it was a good time to take a sneak peak into the social media posts of the sexy men on "Elite".

Netflix has a lot of foreign-made programs that have resonated with the LGBTQ+ community. "Smiley" is a Spanish production that came out in December 2022. The Swedish hit "Young Royals" resonated with queer folks of all ages for its tender depiction of the coming out process, amongst other reasons. But of all of the shows we can think of, "Elite" has the most episodes and has endured for several seasons now.

The Spanish romance drama combines elements from several different genres such as thriller, mystery, and more, to create a fun experience for fans at home. The show also has no shortage of hunky men to admire on the screen, so we thought it was a good time to take a sneak peak into the social media posts of the sexy men on "Elite".

Manu Ríos


Manu Ríos is the biggest breakout star on social media from "Elite". The Spaniard has over 11 million IG followers and he doesn't fail to feed his fans with beautiful thirst traps on a regular basis. These pictures vary from photos by the pool to simple activities like brushing his teeth. The 24 year old actor plays the character Patrick Blanco Commorford on the show, a character who has had a messy love life with several other series regulars. Ríos is also a singer and model.

Itzan Escamilla


Itzan Escamilla is one of "Elite's" original cast members from season 1. He plays the quiet transfer student, Samuel Garcia, and has been entangled in a love triangle of sorts with Marina and Carla. Escamilla has over 6 million Instagram followers, and he often gives his fans a look inside the little moments in his life, such as inside of an elevator or hanging out at a market with friends. It's nice to see sexy celebrities live just like the rest of us for a change!

Miguel Bernardeau

Miguel Bernardeau is another one of the popular show's season 1 cast members. Bernardeau plays the character of Guzmán Nunier. The character is one of the most emotional and temperamental on the show, allowing the actor to show off his acting chops. The Spaniard has 6.6 million Instagram followers, and these folks get to see Bernardeau with his adorable dog, his ex-girlfriend, Aitana, and doing simple things like enjoying the beach.

Arón Piper


Arón Piper has a massive 13.2 million Instagram followers on the social media platform. He plays Ander Muñoz on "Elite", a popular athlete who struggles with drug and alcohol addiction in the face of personal struggles. Piper likes to show off his great fashion sense and fit body online, allowing fans to get a little closer to his off-screen lifestyle.

Álvaro Rico


Álvaro Rico appeared on the first three seasons of "Elite" as Polo, an anxious young man trying to juggle the dynamics of a polyamorous relationship. Rico has just under 6 million followers on his Instagram account where you can enjoy a variety of his adventures in life. This ranges from behind the scenes pictures on set to walks with his dog and shirtless selfies on the beach.

Omar Ayuso

Omar Ayuso is one of the longest-running cast members on "Elite", playing the character Omar Shanaa. This role has been very important for LGBTQ+ representation on Netflix, as Ayuso is also gay in real life and able to put his off-screen experiences to great use. Ayuso's character is also Muslim. Playing a double-minority character is a great responsibility for Ayuso that he's taken very seriously. His Instagram account is littered with offbeat picture choices such as him going to the bathroom and going fishing.

Diego Martín Gabriel

Diego Martín Gabriel is one of the older cast members on "Elite", but his performance and his looks are right up there with his castmates'. He's played Benjamín Blanco on the show since season 4, and he's been an excellent addition to the cast. His Instagram mostly shows off his advertisements for other movies and shows he appears in.

André Lamoglia

Lamoglia adds a Brazilian flair to "Elite", playing the role of Iván since the fifth season. His just under 3 million Instagram followers get to enjoy some of his flair for fashion and a myriad of shirtless photos. He's also a prolific poster, sharing over 500 different posts with his fans.

Adam Nourou

Nourou is one of the most underrated and under-observed members of the "Elite" cast. He only has about 70 thousand Instagram followers. You can enjoy his confident photoshoots and chic clothing if you decide to add to his follower count. Nourou has added French flair to the show, playing the character Bilal Ibrahim since the fifth season of the series.


by Shawn Laib

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