Tommy Torres Biography: Age, Songs, Height, Net Worth, Albums, Wife, Parents, Kids

Biography

Tommy Torres, born Tomás Torres Carrasquillo on November 25, 1971, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a Grammy and Latin Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and record producer renowned for his fusion of urban Latin pop and traditional sounds.

A self-taught musician from a young age, he honed his craft at Berklee College of Music, graduating magna cum laude in 1993 with dual majors in Music Production & Engineering and Commercial Arranging.

After stints in New York and Miami, Torres broke through co-writing hits for Menudo and producing albums for icons like Ricky Martin, Ednita Nazario, and Alejandro Sanz, earning him the #1 Hot Latin Tracks Producer title in 2007 and ASCAP’s Composer of the Year in 2010.

His solo debut, Tommy Torres (2002), spawned multiple #1 airplay singles in Puerto Rico, while later works like Gris (2009) topped Billboard’s Hot Latin Albums chart.

Married to actress Karla Monroig since 2008, with whom he shares a daughter, Torres continues to shape Latin music through collaborations and new projects.

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and record producer
Tommy Torres
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Tomás Torres Carrasquillo
Stage Name:	Tommy Torres
Born:	25 November 1971 (age 53 years old)
Place of Birth:	Santurce, Puerto Rico
Nationality:	Puerto Rican
Education:	Berklee College of Music
Height:	1.85 m
Parents:	Rita Carrasquillo, Tomás Torres
Siblings:	Rita Mariel Torres, Laura Torres
Spouse:	Karla Monroig (m. 2008)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	Amanda Zoé Torres
Occupation:	Singer • Record Producer
Net Worth:	$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Tomás Torres Carrasquillo, known professionally as Tommy Torres, was born on November 25, 1971, in the Santurce district of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

He is the son of Rita Carrasquillo and Tomás Torres, and has two sisters: Rita Mariel Torres and Laura Torres. Raised in a devout Catholic household, faith and family gatherings centered around church traditions played a significant role in his childhood, alongside the constant presence of music.

Torres spent parts of his early years between San Juan and Mayagüez, where he was exposed to both traditional Puerto Rican sounds and American pop and rock through radio and television.

A self-taught musician from childhood, he learned violin and keyboards on his own and began composing songs while still in high school. Of Puerto Rican descent, Torres carries the island’s rich blend of Spanish, Taíno, and African heritage.

After graduating from high school, he moved to Boston to attend Berklee College of Music, earning a dual magna cum laude degree in 1993 in Music Production & Engineering and Commercial Arranging.

Upon graduation, he relocated to New York City to work as a studio assistant at Sony Music Studios before settling in Miami in 1998 to pursue his flourishing career as a producer, songwriter, and artist.

Career

Tommy Torres began his professional journey in the late 1990s in Miami, quickly earning recognition as one of Latin music’s most sought-after producers and songwriters.

Early in his career, he worked behind the scenes, producing and co-writing hits for stars like Ricky Martin (“She Bangs,” “Sólo Quiero Amarte“), Ednita Nazario, Alejandra Guzmán, and Paulina Rubio.

His breakthrough came with Ricardo Arjona‘s 2005 album Adentro, which earned him his first Latin Grammy, followed by acclaimed work with Alejandro Sanz, Jesse & Joy, and Daddy Yankee.

In 2007, Billboard named him the #1 Hot Latin Tracks Producer of the year, and in 2010, ASCAP honored him as Latin Songwriter of the Year. Over his career, songs he has written or produced have reached #1 on the Billboard Latin charts more than 30 times.

As a solo artist, Torres signed with Warner Music Latina and released his self-titled debut album in 2001 (re-released in 2002), which produced four consecutive #1 singles in Puerto Rico: “Cómo Olvidar,” “Si Tú No Estás,” “Dame Otra Oportunidad,” and “Por Un Beso.” His follow-up albums, Estremecimiento (2004) and Trazos (2008), also achieved gold status locally.

His 2012 album 12 Historias, featuring duets with Ricardo Arjona, Ednita Nazario, and Draco Rosa, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart. Subsequent projects include Tu Noche y La Mía: En Vivo (2015), Equivocado (2019), and the introspective El Playlist de Anoche (2021), which earned a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Singer-Songwriter Album.

Throughout the 2020s, Torres continues to balance his solo career with high-profile collaborations for artists such as Carlos Vives, Luis Fonsi, and Sebastián Yatra, solidifying his status as one of contemporary Latin pop’s most respected and versatile talents.

Social Media

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Personal Life

Tommy Torres was born on November 25, 1971, making him 53 years old.

He was married only once, to Puerto Rican actress and television host Karla Monroig. The couple wed on November 28, 2008, after dating for a few years and being engaged for about two years.

They separated briefly in February 2018 but reconciled soon after. The marriage ultimately ended in divorce, finalized in September 2025 after 16 years together. Torres and Monroig have one daughter, Amanda Zoé Torres, born on July 28, 2012; she is currently 13 years old.

Tommy Torres is 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters) tall.

Net Worth

Tommy Torres, the acclaimed Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, and producer, has an estimated net worth of $5 million.

This figure primarily stems from his prolific career, including hit productions for artists like Ricky Martin and Ricardo Arjona, Grammy-winning albums, and solo releases that have topped Latin charts.

Additional income sources include real estate investments and streaming royalties, though estimates vary widely across sources, with some outliers suggesting figures up to $20 million.

Discography

Solo Studio Albums

• Tommy Torres (2001)
• Estar de Moda No Está de Moda (2004)
• Tarde o Temprano (2008)
• 12 Historias (2012)
• El Playlist de Anoche (2021)

Live / Special Releases

• Tarde o Temprano – Late Edition (2009, CD/DVD)
• 12 Historias En Vivo (2014)
• Tu Noche y la Mía: En Vivo (2015)

Notable Singles (as lead artist)

• “Cómo Olvidar” (2001)
• “De Rodillas” (2004)
• “Pegadito” (2008)
• “Imparable” (feat. Jesse & Joy, 2009)
• “Querido Tommy” (2012)
• “11:11” (2012)
• “Sin Ti” (feat. Nelly Furtado)
• “Tú y Yo” (feat. Daddy Yankee, 2016)
• “Mi Secreto” (2021)

Major Production Albums (full or co-production)

• Ednita Nazario – Por Ti (2003)
• Ricky Martin – Almas del Silencio (2003)
• Ricardo Arjona – Adentro (2005)
• Ricky Martin – MTV Unplugged (2006)
• Ricardo Arjona – Quién Dijo Ayer (2007)
• Ricardo Arjona – 5to Piso (2008)
• Alejandro Sanz – Paraíso Express (2009)
• Ednita Nazario – Soy (2009)
• Jesse & Joy – Un Besito Más (2015)

Selected #1 Songs Written/Produced for Others

• Jaci Velasquez – “Llegar a Ti” (1999)
• MDO – “No Puedo Olvidar” (1999)
• Ricky Martin – “Tal Vez” (2003)
• Ricky Martin – “Tu Recuerdo” (feat. La Mari, 2006)
• Ricardo Arjona – “Acompáñame a Estar Solo” (2005)
• Alejandro Sanz & Alicia Keys – “Looking for Paradise” (2009)
• Jesse & Joy – “Corre” (2012)

Major Awards for Production/Songwriting

• Latin Grammy – Best Male Pop Vocal Album (Ricky Martin, MTV Unplugged, 2006)
• Grammy – Best Latin Pop Album (Alejandro Sanz, Paraíso Express, 2010)
• Latin Grammy – Song of the Year (“Corre” – Jesse & Joy, 2012)
• ASCAP Latin Songwriter of the Year (2010)
• Billboard #1 Hot Latin Tracks Producer of the Year (2007)