Jacob Scipio

Biography

Jacob Muntaz Scipio is a British actor and writer whose career is defined by a rapid ascent into high-octane Hollywood cinema. Born in 1993 in Islington, London, Scipio is of Indo-Guyanese descent. He began his professional acting career as a child, landing his first role at just 9 months old. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Literature from the University of Essex, a background that has informed his dual career as both a performer and a screenwriter (having co-founded CPO Productions in 2016). Scipio’s global breakout came in 2020 when he played the formidable Armando Aretas in Bad Boys for Life, a role that transformed him into a sought-after action star. He has since become a regular fixture in "ensemble action" cinema, appearing in Expend4bles and The Outpost. By 2026, he has successfully transitioned into leading man territory, utilizing his physical intensity and dramatic range to anchor high-concept thrillers. He is known for a grounded, disciplined approach to his roles, often performing many of his own stunts.

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