Xolo Maridueña is an American actor who has captured the attention of audiences worldwide with his compelling performances and charismatic presence.
Born on June 9, 2001, in Los Angeles, California, to parents Carmelita Ramirez-Sanchez and Omar G. Ramirez, Xolo grew up in a creative household that nurtured his passion for the arts.
Of Mexican, Cuban, and Ecuadorian descent, his unique heritage and multicultural background have shaped his identity both on and off the screen.
Best known for his roles as Miguel Diaz in Netflix’s Cobra Kai and Jaime Reyes in the DC superhero film Blue Beetle, Xolo has emerged as a rising star in Hollywood, celebrated for his talent and his role as a trailblazer for Latino representation in media.
Siblings
Xolo has one sibling, an older sister named Oshún Ramirez.
Growing up in an upper-middle-class household in Los Angeles, Xolo has often spoken about the influence of his family, including his sister, in keeping him grounded amid his rising fame.
Career
Xolo’s career kicked off at a young age, sparked by an early exposure to the entertainment world when his mother brought him to a radio station just three days after his birth.
By age nine, he was auditioning for commercials and print ads, quickly catching the eye of talent agents.
His breakout role came in 2012 when he was cast as Victor Graham in the NBC comedy-drama Parenthood.
Playing the adopted son in the Braverman family, Xolo appeared in 51 episodes across the show’s six seasons, earning praise for his natural talent.
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In 2018, Xolo’s career soared to new heights with his portrayal of Miguel Diaz in Cobra Kai, a martial arts series that serves as a continuation of the Karate Kid franchise.
As a high school student who finds strength and purpose through karate, Xolo brought depth and physicality to the role, making Miguel a fan favorite across the show’s six seasons.
His performance showcased his martial arts skills—honed since childhood—and his ability to convey emotional growth.
In 2023, Xolo made history as the first Latino superhero to lead a live-action film, starring as Jaime Reyes in Blue Beetle.
Beyond acting, Xolo has explored voice work in animated series like Victor and Valentino and Cleopatra in Space, co-hosted the Lone Lobos podcast with Cobra Kai co-star Jacob Bertrand, and even ventured into music with his 2023 debut single, “On My Way,” featuring Adriana Padilla.
Accolades
Xolo’s talent has not gone unnoticed, earning him several accolades and nominations throughout his career.
In 2014, he won the Young Artist Award for Outstanding Young Ensemble in a TV Series for his work on Parenthood, recognizing his contribution to the show’s ensemble cast.
That same year, he also received the Imagen Award for Best Young Actor/Television, celebrating his impact as a young Latino performer.
His role in Cobra Kai brought further recognition, including a 2019 nomination for the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Streaming Series or Film.
The series itself has been nominated for prestigious honors like the Emmy Awards and Teen Choice Awards, winning a Rotten Tomatoes Award for Best TV Drama.
While Blue Beetle didn’t garner individual awards, Xolo’s historic casting and heartfelt performance were widely praised, adding to his growing legacy.
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