Xolo Maridueña is an American actor who began his acting career at a young age appearing in various national commercials. He soon managed to grab a major role on the popular TV show, Parenthood . He is also known for bagging the lead role in the action drama web series. Cobra Kai which is based on the legendary film, The Karate Kid .

Born name

Xolo Maridueña

nickname

Peace

Sun sign

Twins

Place of birth

Los Angeles, California, United States

Residence

Los Angeles, California, United States

nationality

training

Information on Xolo Maridueña’s formal education is not available.

occupation

actor

family

• Father – unknown
• Mom – She worked at a radio station.
• Siblings – Oshun Maridueña (Younger Sister)

Manager

Xolo Maridueña is represented by Osbrink Talent Agency.

To build

Slim

Height

5 feet 8 inches or 173 cm

weight

66 kg or 145.5 lbs

girlfriend/spouse

Xolo Maridueña dated –

1. Jayka Noelle – According to media reports, Xolo has previously dated Instagram model Jayka Noelle. It was claimed that they had been spotted by the media on dates.
2. Hannah Kepple – According to his Instagram feed, he is in a relationship with Hannah Kepple.

race/ethnicity

Hispanic

He has Cuban, Mexican and Ecuadorian ancestry.

hair colour

Schwarz

eye color

dark brown

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

Light body

brand promotion

Xolo Maridueña has done endorsement work for the following brands –

• Nintendo Wii
• AT & T
• McCormick
• GoGurt
• Ford
• Verizon
• Epipen
• target
• Lowes
• Save Mart / Lucky’s
• Payless shoes
• Bandai Thundercats
• Sears

Known for

• After playing the lead role of Victor Graham in the NBC drama TV series, Parenting from 2012 to 2015
• To be cast in the lead role of Miguel Diaz in the comedy-drama web series, Cobra Kai

first movie

In 2013, he made his big screen debut in the comedy film, Dealing With Idiots .

First TV show

In 2012, Xolo Maridueña made his television show debut in My Brother’s Wedding episode of the popular drama TV series, Parenthood .

Personal trainer

To prepare for his role in Cobra, Kai Xolo undertook special martial arts training. He trained daily for 3 months before filming began. In fact, the show producers had provided him with 3 trainers to get him up to speed.

He also had to stretch for at least an hour a day to get used to basic karate moves. He also had to devote time to stunt training.

Xolo Maridueña favorite things

• Movie – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
• Fictional character – Ferris Bueller
• Dish of the day – breakfast
• Clothing stores – Topshop, Zara and Nordstrom Rack
• MLB Team – Los Angeles Dodgers

Xolo Maridueña Facts

1. If he hadn’t become an actor, he would have happily tried a screenwriting career. He would have loved to be a rapper.
2. When he was 9 years old, he told his parents that he wanted to be an actor. His parents supported him from the beginning and helped him find an agent.
3. In his very first audition, he made it and was cast in a national television commercial for Sears . He was soon appearing in commercials for some of the most popular brands, such as Target and Verizon .
4. About a year after beginning his acting career, he was cast in the role of Victor Graham on the drama show, Parenthood .
5. Latina Magazine included him in their list of “50 brightest stars under 25.”
6. He is bilingual and is fluent in English and Spanish.
7. He has done extensive activity work for charities and foundations that focus on youth and provide food to disadvantaged individuals and families.
8. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram.