Manny Montana

Manny Montana, born on September 26, 1983, in Long Beach, California, is an American actor renowned for his compelling television and film roles. Growing up in a challenging neighborhood, he attended Jordan High School, where his early passion for football earned him a scholarship to California State University, Sacramento.

After suffering multiple shoulder dislocations and injuries, he transferred to California State University, Long Beach and majored in journalism and broadcasting. During his university years, he worked as a DJ for the campus radio station and completed an internship at Power 100.3, which initially sparked his career in entertainment.

He is a first-generation Mexican-American, a heritage that has played a significant role in shaping his artistic identity.

Full Name	Manny Montana
Gender	Male
Occupation	Actor
Date of Birth	26-September-1983 (42 years)
Birth Year	1983
Birth Location	Long Beach, California, U.S.

Transitioning from radio to acting, he began his career performing in student films and local TV guest roles, gradually building experience in series such as "ER" and "CSI: NY." His breakthrough came in 2013 when he was cast as Johnny Tuturro in the USA Network drama "Graceland," which boosted his visibility and established him as a versatile television actor.

He went on to star as Rio, a charismatic criminal, in NBC's "Good Girls" from 2018 to 2021, a role that brought him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan base. His film credits include appearances in "Go for Sisters" (2013), "Blackhat" (2015), and Clint Eastwood’s "The Mule" (2018), further enriching his portfolio with character-driven performances.

In recent years, Manny Montana has continued to expand his repertoire, joining the cast of "Mayans M.C." as Manny and appearing in several other television projects, including "Conviction," "All American," and "Ironheart" in 2025 as John King.

Outside of his professional pursuits, he is married to Adelfa Marr, a life coach, and the couple shares a son.