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Manny Jacinto Biography

Birth Name:Manuel Luis Jacinto

Birth Place:Manila, Philippines

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Best known for performing the character of Jason Mendoza in the comedy television series “The Good Place” from 2016 to 2020
  • He has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of British Columbia and wanted to be a professional dancer
  • He was born in the Philippines, but he grew up in British Columbia after his family moved to Canada in 1990 when he was 3 years old
  • He performed the character of Bobby Ato in an episode of the television series “The Good Doctor” in 2017

Awards

  • 2016Leo-Best Supporting Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series: nominated
  • 2018Gold Derby TV Award-Ensemble of the Year: nominated
  • 2020IGN Award-Best TV Ensemble: nominated