Who is Xochitl Gomez?
Xochitl Gomez is a Mexican-American actress from Los Angeles, California, known for her roles in Marvel's Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness as America Chavez, and as Dawn Schafer in Netflix's The Baby-Sitters Club. She began acting at a young age, taking musical theater classes and performing in 22 full-length musicals by age 12.
Role in Boston Blue
Gomez joined the cast of the CBS spinoff series Boston Blue in 2025, playing a mysterious woman named Penny. The role is recurring, and her character's storyline remains a surprise. Penny is anticipated to become a romantic interest for Sean Reagan, a young detective, introducing new dynamics for both Sean and his father, Danny Reagan, the NYPD detective leading the series.
Background and Early Life
Xochitl Fiona Gomez-Deines was born on April 29, 2006. Her passion for acting started early, encouraged by her mother who enrolled her in a musical theater class. Her first theater production was The Little Mermaid. By 12, she had performed in 22 musicals and participated in numerous student and local short films, which earned her several Best Young Actress awards.
Career Highlights
- Professional debut on Disney Channel's Raven's Home in 2018.
- Main role in The Baby-Sitters Club (2020).
- Cast as America Chavez in Marvel's Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness (2022), becoming the first Mexican-American teen superhero in the MCU.
- Winner of the 32nd season of Dancing with the Stars in 2023.
Additional Information
Gomez is fluent in Spanish and speaks openly about her identity as a queer Latina. She also trains in martial arts and kickboxing, helping prepare her for action roles. Critics and audiences have praised her impactful performances, which earned her recognition in Variety's Power Of Young Hollywood issue.
"She is a powerful, smart, charismatic, queer Latina. The fact that she is on the screen and is important to the story will make people feel seen in a way that they have never been."
Boston Blue premiered in October 2025, focusing on detective Danny Reagan's new chapter as he joins the Boston Police Department to support his recovering son Sean after an on-duty injury.
Author's Summary
Xochitl Gomez is a young, talented Mexican-American actress known for dynamic roles in Marvel and Netflix productions, now adding depth to Boston Blue with a mysterious character, showcasing her versatile acting range.