Jacob Muntaz Scipio is a talented British actor and writer, born on January 10, 1993. He launched his career with prominent TV roles in “Some Girls” (BBC), “As the Bell Rings” (Disney), and “White Teeth” (Channel 4). In 2016, he co-founded CPO Productions, a platform that enabled him to showcase his writing and acting skills in short films like “Cowboys & Angels” (2016) and “The Writers Group” (2018), which debuted at esteemed festivals such as Cannes Court Métrage and the British Film Institute in London.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Jacob Muntaz Scipio |
| Date Of Birth: | January 10, 1993 |
| Place Of Birth: | Islington, London, England |
| Nationality: | British |
| Occupation(s): | Actor,Writer |
| Net Worth: | $4 Million |
Early Life And Education
Born in Islington, London, to a mixed Indo-English heritage, Jacob Muntaz Scipio’s early life was marked by a passion for the arts.
He attended St. Michael’s Church of England Primary School and Fortismere School, before pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Literature at the University of Essex.
Scipio’s acting journey began at just 9 months old, with a role in the Screen One series “Bambino Mio” alongside Julie Walters. As he grew, so did his talent, landing lead roles in notable productions such as Channel 4’s adaptation of Zadie Smith’s “White Teeth”, where he played twin brothers at age 9, and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The King and I” at the London Palladium, starring as ‘Prince Chulalongkorn’ alongside Elaine Paige.
Career
Jacob Scipio’s film career took off in 2020 with his portrayal of the lead villain, Armando Aretas, in “Bad Boys for Life”, a role he reprised in the 2024 sequel “Bad Boys: Ride or Die”. He then starred in “The Outpost”, a true-story-based film, playing US Army Staff Sgt. Justin T. Gallegos, a Distinguished Service Cross recipient. Scipio’s subsequent film appearances include “Last Looks”, “Without Remorse”, and the 2023 action film “Expend4bles”.
In television, Scipio’s early roles include “As the Bell Rings” (2008), “Kerwhizz” (CBeebies), and “Undefeated” (2012), a HIV awareness campaign showcased at Cannes. He then appeared in BBC Three’s “Some Girls” (2013), CBBC’s “Dixi”, and “Dani’s Castle” (2015). In 2021, Scipio was cast as Michael Vargas in the Netflix thriller series “Pieces of Her”, based on Karin Slaughter’s novel.
Personal Life
Although Jacob Scipio tends to keep his personal life private, a glimpse into his romantic relationships was shared by his partner, Liv, on her Instagram account in August 2020. She affectionately referred to him as “her love” alongside a intimate photo of the two sharing a passionate kiss, offering a rare insight into his personal life.
Jacob Scipio Net Worth
As of 2024, Jacob Scipio’s net worth is approximately $4 million, accumulated through his successful acting career in film and television, as well as various other endeavors.
Filmography
Films
- Bad Boys for Life (2020) – Armando Aretas
- The Outpost (2020) – Staff Sgt. Justin T. Gallegos
- Last Looks (2021)
- Without Remorse (2021)
- Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024) Armando Aretas
- Expend4bles (2023)
Television
- As the Bell Rings (2008) – Bip
- Kerwhizz (CBeebies) – Kerwhizzitor
- Undefeated (2012) – Life In My Shoes production
- Some Girls (2013) – Tyler Blaine
- Dixi (CBBC) – Lewis
- Dani’s Castle (2015) – Thomas Hillmorton
- Pieces of Her (2021) – Michael Vargas (Netflix series)