As a gamer who has been following “The Flash” since its inception, I can’t help but feel a pang of nostalgia when I think about Carlos Valdes and his character, Cisco Ramon. The man behind Vibe was more than just a tech genius; he was the heart and soul of Team Flash in those early years, providing comic relief while also showing genuine growth and development.
For over 10 years now, “The Flash” has been airing on The CW, and since its debut, superhero TV shows haven’t quite regained their footing. This series centered around the speedster character known as The Flash, portrayed by Grant Gustin, who along with his allies fought against evil forces. Carlos Valdes’ character, Cisco Ramon, was one of Barry Allen’s long-standing friends during the show’s early seasons. Over time, he acquired his own metahuman abilities and assisted The Flash in his heroic endeavors, having been present since even before his debut (if you count his guest role on the second season of “Arrow”).
From the DC Comics character Vibe, Carlos Valdes’ portrayal of Cisco was featured in a total of 147 episodes of “The Flash”, along with other Arrowverse productions such as “Supergirl”, “Vixen”, “Freedom Fighters: The Ray”, and “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”. In addition, he starred in his own web-series, “The Chronicles of Cisco”, in 2016. Despite aiding in saving the world and even the multiverse on multiple occasions, Cisco ultimately parted ways with Team Flash following the show’s seventh season. If you’ve ever pondered about what became of Cisco after leaving “The Flash” or what Carlos Valdes has been up to since then, this is the place for you.
Who was Cisco on The Flash and what happened to him?
Initially, during the start of “The Flash” series, Cisco was the tech genius on Team Flash, often collaborating with his close friend Caitlin Snow (Danielle Panabaker). Together, they aimed to protect Central City from villains with superpowers. However, without Cisco’s knowledge, he too experienced effects when the particle accelerator detonated, and his abilities only surfaced years later. These abilities enabled him to perceive other dimensions as well as move between them, a skill he referred to as “vibing.” Over time, he could even generate powerful shockwaves, useful for offensive actions in battles. For quite some time, Cisco (also known as Vibe) fought alongside The Flash on missions. However, his powers eventually vanished.
After the resurrection of the multiverse during the “Crisis on Infinite Earths” incident, Cisco found himself feeling irrelevant on Team Flash without his powers. This sense of uselessness intensified as he watched his comrades progress in their respective careers and skills, while S.T.A.R. Labs underwent significant transformations around him. As a coping mechanism, Cisco constructed a robotic suit replicating his Vibe abilities, transforming into Mecha-Vibe and returning to superhero duties. However, this was just a stopgap solution. In pursuit of both personal and professional development, Cisco accepted the opportunity to become the future Director of Technology and Science for A.R.G.U.S., leading him and his girlfriend Kamilla Hang (Victoria Park) to depart for Star City at the end of Season 7.
Although “The Flash” lasted for two more seasons, Cisco does not make a physical appearance again. However, it’s not entirely accurate as he reappears through flashback scenes and frequent references, but actor Carlos Valdes did not return to the Arrowverse in person.
Why did Cisco’s actor Carlos Valdes leave The Flash?
Despite Carlos Valdes becoming well-known for his role on “The Flash,” it’s surprising that he departed the series so early, especially considering the show continued for two more seasons. However, the reason for Valdes’ departure was linked to his personal mental health. He expressed in an interview with Entertainment Weekly in 2021 that the idea of leaving had been present but he didn’t feel ready to act on it until later. In essence, by choosing to leave “The Flash,” Valdes was prioritizing his own well-being.
Later on, when it became public that “The Flash” was concluding its run, fans discovered that Cisco wouldn’t be present for the final goodbye. Valdes shared with EW that he did ponder the possibility, but unfortunately, the timing wasn’t right as he stated, “It was truly disheartening not to be able to find a suitable solution.” The reason behind these scheduling issues? Valdes had several ongoing projects during the last seasons of “The Flash,” which could account for his absence in the series finale.
Where has Carlos Valdes been since starring in The Flash?
After his exit from “The Flash,” Carlos Valdes secured a part in the 2022 miniseries “Gaslit” on Starz. This political thriller, set in the early 1970s, saw Valdes portray Agent Paul Magallanes, who assisted in probing the Watergate scandal. The subsequent year, he took on the lead role as Miguel alongside Mae Whitman’s Lindsay in the Hulu series “Up Here,” a musical romantic comedy that unfortunately ran for just one season. His dedication to “Up Here” prevented him from rejoining “The Flash,” which is quite reasonable considering his central character status.
Besides taking on fresh TV parts, Valdes has additionally provided voiceovers for the 2023 space-themed game “Starfield”. This title follows space explorers 300 years into the future. He is also slated to feature in the upcoming comedy “For Worse”, directed by Amy Landecker. This project would bring Valdes and Landecker together again, as they previously collaborated on “Gaslit”. Whether Valdes will reprise a superhero role remains uncertain. However, we’ll never forget his memorable time as Cisco in “The Flash”.
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2024-10-27 00:00