It’s amazing how a character can make you see someone completely different. In the good place, he is depicted as this goofy, uneducated underdog that is irresistible to women (who I find to be kind of one dimensional and difficult to enjoy) but in real life, he’s got this sexy charisma and he seems very smart, and passionate about what he does. I went looking for an interview so I could see who Manny Jacinto really was, and damn. He plays the village idiot really well.
Tap Water oh certainly. I mean I made that comment after I’d only watched season 1 of the show. They definitely have broadened his character in seasons 2 and beyond. I’d say that they’ve definitely added some depth to his character while still keeping him generally clueless. But my comment was more geared toward how impressive Manny Jacinto is as an actor rather than how dumb Jason is. :)
Yes I think he would’ve played Nick better then the Nick now! I mean this Nick is hot af.... I mean Manny is Filipino and a lot of Filipinos have Chinese blood sooooo .....
But if you look it up, start from the beginning. His role isn't as prominent now as it was esp. during the first two seasons. The actor, Vincent Rodriguez III, is pretty funny, very talented, and also a really good dancer.
@@BauAshley I'm glad you like it! I think it's the best comedy on TV right now, but I'm glad I finally discovered The Good Place - it's also way up there!
He is definitely correct that Asian representation needs to evolve for Asian Americans and Asian Canadians. I just hope Hollywood can shift away from stereotypes and eventually have an Asian man in a lead role who is not just a comedic relief or trope. Someone just the same as others but happens to be Asian in ethnicity. Its very important to have proper diversity and chance for others of all races. Manny is an amazing actor and deserves nothing but great things and wonderful acting opportunities in his future.
@@themerovingian4252 People are praising him and mentioning his race because it is rare to find a Filipino in the international film industry. They aren't praising him purely because he's Filipino, they're praising him because he makes his country proud and it shows that if he made it as a Filipino, then it isn't impossible for aspiring Filipino actors to make it into Hollywood as well. Don't comment ignorant things especially on a video about representation. If you don't understand it in the first place, just shut up.
@@xyanl4889 Oh ok got it, they are so surprised that someone born from a garbage third world country could actually be successful. I guess that makes sense, pretty unbelievable.
oh my god i love him so much. when he first appearead as this quiet mysterious monk i immediately fell for him, i didn't like jason as much but later he started to grow on me
Jacinto was born in Manila, Philippines.[10] His family emigrated to Canada when he was about three years old.[11] He was raised in Richmond, British Columbia.[10] Jacinto grew up playing baseball,[3] basketball[12] and attended an all-boys Catholic high school, Vancouver College.[3][13] He earned a Bachelor's degree in Applied Science in civil engineering at the University of British Columbia.[3]
Reporter asking for spoilers... Manny: Am I a joke to you? I binge watch The Good Place about 3 times in the year. It'll be a timeless masterpiece of a series ever made :)
