Manny Jacinto: From The Good Place to Global Heartthrob
When it comes to Hollywood’s rising stars, Manny Jacinto has quickly become a man crush favorite. Known for his breakout role as Jason Mendoza in The Good Place, the Filipino-Canadian actor has since proven he’s more than just comedic relief — he’s leading man material.
Manny Jacinto Career Highlight
- The Good Place (2016–2020): His role as the lovable yet clueless Jason Mendoza made him a fan favorite.
- Top Gun: Maverick (2022): Manny appeared alongside Tom Cruise in the blockbuster hit, further boosting his international profile.
- Nine Perfect Strangers (2021): He showed his range starring opposite Nicole Kidman.
- Upcoming Projects: Manny is set to star in the much-hyped Star Wars: The Acolyte, bringing even more attention to his career.
Why Manny Stands Out
- New Leading-Man Status
Jacinto plays Eric Reyes, a charming British chef and single dad engaged to Lindsay Lohan’s Anna. This marks a pivotal shift for him from fan-favorite supporting roles to a romantic lead. - He Overcame Stereotypes
Initially hesitant about joining the project due to the original film’s outdated Asian depictions, Manny was reassured by director Nisha Ganatra’s culturally sensitive approach. - That Dance Scene That Almost Didn’t Make the Cut
Remember that Dirty Dancing-inspired dance jog? It was his idea — drawing from his background in hip-hop. Now, it’s one of the movie’s most memorable moments. - Emotional Manila Premiere
Back in his birthplace for the Philippine premiere, Manny said movingly, “A local boy acting opposite Lohan and Curtis… it’s wild to me.” His heartfelt Tagalog (“Sobrang excited… maraming-maraming salamat”) melted hearts nationwide.
Fans Reactions
“With a husband like Manny Jacinto, who wouldn’t wanna swap places with Lindsay Lohan for a Friday?”
“FINALLY! That’s my man getting all the leading romantic roles as he should!!!”
These Reddit reactions speak volumes
