Quick Facts
Born:
1987-08-19
Birthplace:
Manila, Philippines
Credits:
49 Total Roles
Manny Jacinto
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Biography
Manny Jacinto (born August 19, 1987) is a Canadian actor of Filipino descent. He was born in Manila, Philippines, and moved to Canada with his family when he was about three years old. He grew up in Richmond, British Columbia, and initially pursued a degree in civil engineering at the University of British Columbia before transitioning to acting.
Jacinto started his career with small roles in television series such as Once Upon a Time, Supernatural, and iZombie. His breakout role came in 2016 when he was cast as Jason Mendoza in the NBC sitcom The Good Place, where he gained widespread recognition for his comedic performance.
He has also appeared in films like Bad Times at the El Royale (2018) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022). In 2024, he portrayed Qimir in the Star Wars series The Acolyte. Additionally, he provided the voice of Scott Denoga in the Disney Channel animated series Hailey's On It! (2023–2024).
In 2019, he announced his engagement to actress Dianne Doan.
Jacinto started his career with small roles in television series such as Once Upon a Time, Supernatural, and iZombie. His breakout role came in 2016 when he was cast as Jason Mendoza in the NBC sitcom The Good Place, where he gained widespread recognition for his comedic performance.
He has also appeared in films like Bad Times at the El Royale (2018) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022). In 2024, he portrayed Qimir in the Star Wars series The Acolyte. Additionally, he provided the voice of Scott Denoga in the Disney Channel animated series Hailey's On It! (2023–2024).
In 2019, he announced his engagement to actress Dianne Doan.
Known For
The Good Doctor
Bobby Ato
Top Gun: Maverick
Lt. Billy 'Fritz' Avalone
The 100
Boy #1
The 100
Boy Bullied by Murphy
Supernatural
Diego
Bad Times at the El Royale
Waring 'Wade' Espiritu
iZombie
Sammy
Once Upon a Time
Quon
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Forgotten Island MOVIE | (voice) |
| 2026 | Love Language MOVIE | Warren |
| 2025 | Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol MOVIE | Renato (voice) |
| 2025 | The Knife MOVIE | Officer Padilla |
| 2025 | Freakier Friday MOVIE | Eric Reyes |
| 2024 | Balestra MOVIE | Elliot |
| 2024 | Cora Bora MOVIE | Tom |
| 2024 | The Acolyte TV | Qimir |
| 2023 | Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake TV | DJ Flame / Flame Prince (voice) |
| 2023 | Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake TV | DJ Flame (voice) |