What is Miguel's backstory?

The episode shows viewers Miguel's origins in Puerto Rico, how he came to Pennsylvania as a boy with his parents and aunt, how he first didn't get along with his best friend Jack's (Milo Ventimiglia) wife Rebecca (Mandy Moore), and how years after Jack's death, Rebecca and Miguel found their way back to each other, ...
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What is Miguel's story?

Miguel's story begins in Puerto Rico where he loves playing baseball and idolizes Roberto Clemente, but the days of youth are short-lived when his parents experience struggles with money and joblessness.
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How did Rebecca end up with Miguel?

Eventually, she warms up to him, and during another night at a bar with Rebecca and Jack, it is Rebecca who encourages him to go introduce himself to a woman at the bar who has been eyeing him. The two hit it off and get married, having two children together.
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Did Miguel have kids This Is Us?

Was Miguel on This Is Us married before his relationship with Rebecca? Yes, he was married to Shelly (Wynn Everett), and together they had two children: Andy and Amber.
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How old is Miguel This Is Us?

I interpreted it as him saying, "Your life is just beginning." Miguel was, at that point, about 25 years old and thought he had it all figured out.
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Who Is Deja's baby daddy?

Although it seemed like new character Marcus Brooks was her boyfriend/father of her unborn child, viewers ultimately learned who it actually is: Malik. Yes, Déja has reconnected with her first love, and they're expecting a baby!
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How did Jack meet Miguel?

Jack and Miguel met during season 1 of This Is Us. Jack needed to buy a suit for a country-club date with Rebecca and her parents. Luckily, Miguel was the salesperson on duty. After realizing Jack could not afford the garment, he lent it to his new friend to return when the evening was over.
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What happened Miguel's wife?

And toward the end of season 1, Miguel shared with Jack and Rebecca that he and Shelly were pursuing a divorce. As for why they were splitting up, Miguel shared that he and Shelly stopped having that special spark for each other through the years. “Not everyone is like you and Rebecca,” Miguel shared.
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What Is wrong with Miguel on This Is Us?

Miguel's tattered relationship with his father is revealed as showrunners recount his troubled childhood in Puerto Rico and subsequent migration to the U.S. In his later years, Miguel acts as Rebecca's caregiver. But as her Alzheimer's worsens, so does Miguel's health.
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Who does Kevin marry This Is Us?

This development concluded a two-episode romantic mystery involving not only Sophie but also a wedding singer named Arielle (Katie Lowes) and Kevin's good friend-turned-quasi-romantic-interest-turned-what-are-you-thinking-we're-just-friends, Cassidy (Jennifer Morrison).
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How long after Jack died did Miguel and Rebecca get together?

Earlier in Season 6, audiences witnessed Miguel and Rebecca coming closer in the aftermath of Jack's shocking and tragic death. During the two years after his passing, Jack's best friend and his wife found strength and support in each other.
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Who dies first Rebecca and Miguel?

He agreed, but he died before Rebecca, leaving her alone with the Big Three in charge of her medical decisions—Kate (Chrissy Metz), specifically. Though we sadly know what's in store for him in the future, Huertas hinted to EW that we may not have seen the last of Miguel. "I can't give out any spoilers," he said.
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Does Rebecca love Miguel?

But Miguel honored his vow to care for Rebecca through sickness and health to the end. Of course, fans have a special place in their hearts for Rebecca's relationship with Jack (Milo Ventimiglia), but they eventually grew to love her time with Miguel, as well. Eventually being the operative word.
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Is Miguel Puerto Rican This Is Us?

Miguel died in 'This Is Us' Season 6 Episode 15

Viewers saw him and his parents move from Puerto Rico to Pennsylvania, how he felt disconnected from both of his identities, the beginnings of Miguel and Rebecca's relationship, and how he was there for his wife until the very end.
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How many kids did Miguel have?

Luis Miguel is the father of three children: Michelle Salas, born on 13 June 1989, from his relationship with Stephanie Salas; Miguel, born on 1 January 2007 and Daniel, born on 18 December 2008, both from his relationship with actress Aracely Arámbula.
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When did Rebecca and Miguel get married?

This created tension and awkwardness between them. Eventually, Rebecca and Miguel find their way back to each other. So, when did they get married? According to Elite Daily's timeline, Rebecca received a Facebook message from Miguel in 2008, and they married in spring 2012.
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Which character died in This Is Us?

The penultimate episode of This Is Us was always going to belong to Rebecca Pearson. If the NBC drama's first several seasons left viewers preoccupied with how Jack Pearson died (may the Crock-Pot live in minor infamy), then the last few have been—sometimes tediously—devoted to Rebecca's eventual demise.
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Where did Miguel go This Is Us?

Miguel's episode ended with his death and a flashback scene of the first time he and Rebecca spoke. As the Pearson family spread his ashes, there was a voiceover of the younger Rebecca asking Miguel to tell her his story.
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Are Miguel and Naz together?

In 2021 the pair announced they were breaking up after 17 years together and nearly three years of marriage. In a statement to PEOPLE magazine at the time, a rep for the couple said, “After 17 years together, Miguel and Nazanin Mandi have decided to separate and have been for some time now.
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Where is Miguel parents from?

Miguel Jontel Pimentel was born on October 23, 1985, and raised in San Pedro, California. He is one of two sons of an African American mother and a Mexican American father.
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How did Miguel meet his wife?

Both Miguel and Mandi signed off their posts as the "Pimentel's." The couple first met as teenagers on the set of the singer's first music video, where Mandi was interviewing Miguel for a promotional behind-the-scenes DVD.
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How old is Jack when he dies in This Is Us?

Jack dies when his children are 17, and Kate keeps his ashes with her. On the night of the Super Bowl, Jack, Rebecca, Kate, and Randall go to bed for the night (Kevin is at a party with his girlfriend Sophie).
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Was Jack an alcoholic on This Is Us?

Jack Pearson deals with alcoholism on 'This Is Us'

Just before his death on the show, Jack finally comes clean to Rebecca about his alcoholism. Now in Season 5, one particular scene spotlights how long Jack had been dealing with his addiction, as far back as the birth of the Big Three.
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How old was Jack Pearson when he met Rebecca?

1972. Jack meets Rebecca and they have their first date on December 23, 1972. Jack is 28 as of Nine Bucks.
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Who does Deja get pregnant with?

He snuck into Deja's room, and the fans finally found out that it was Malik. He said, “I ran out of the restaurant as soon as I got your text.” So perhaps Malik owns a restaurant in the future. Malik is overjoyed to hear that Deja is pregnant in This Is Us Season 6 Episode 17.
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