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J.R. Villarreal

Acting

J.R. Villarreal

J.R. Villarreal is an actor born on September 28, 1992 in Houston, Texas, USA. He is known for Akeelah and the Bee, Ghost Team One and Jenni. GloboWatch shows where to watch one of his movies and TV shows, country by country.

Known for
Acting
Born
September 28, 1992
Place of birth
Houston, Texas, USA
Also known as
JR Villareal

Biography

Born in Houston, Texas, JR Villarreal has been working and living in Hollywood since the tender age of 10. A compelling and energetic actor, JR's talent and depth have earned him adulation from both industry professionals and fans alike. As a youngster, JR captivated audiences with his performance in the hit film Akeelah and the Bee starring alongside KeKe Palmer and Angela Bassett. Fresh off the success of Akeela, JR played the role of "Kit" in Millennium Film's action-drama, Bobby Z with Paul Walker and Lawrence Fishburne. Recently, his performance as the lead in the indie drama, Magic City Memoirs, garnered him a Best Actor award at the 2011 Ibiza International Film Festival. The film which is executive produced by Academy Award nominated actor, Andy Garcia, also won awards at the Miami International Film Festival and New York International Latino Film Festival. His latest feature is Paramount's found-footage parody, Ghost Team One. A horror comedy about two roommates deathly afraid of ghosts that both fall in love with a girl who believes their home is haunted. Ghost Team One is set to hit theaters October 11, 2013. JR's television roles include guest appearances on FX's new hit series The Bridge starring Demian Bichir, Fox's House M.D., Lifetime's Strong Medicine and CBS's Ghost Whisperer. Other television credits include guest lead roles in three of the highest rated shows on television - Cold Case, Without A Trace and CSI: Miami. A true thespian and student of the craft, JR's presence will continue to illuminate silver and small screens for years to come.

Filmography

  1. 2026Dutton Ranchas Azul · 9 episodes
  2. 2024Jennias Juan 'Cinco' Lopez
  3. 2024Landmanas Manuel · 4 episodes
  4. 2023Freeridgeas Tio Tonio · 7 episodes
  5. 2022Ultra Violet & Black Scorpionas Cruz de la Vega / Black Scorpion · 16 episodes
  6. 2020United We Fallas Felix Rodriguez · 3 episodes
  7. 2018Medal of Honoras Gallegos · 2 episodes
  8. 2017High and Mightyas Hugo
  9. 2017Whitebloodas Rico
  10. 2015Spare Partsas Hector
  11. 2013Ghost Team Oneas Brad
  12. 2007The Death and Life of Bobby Zas Kit
  13. 2006Akeelah and the Beeas Javier
  14. 2005Ghost Whispereras Joseph Borgia · 1 episode
  15. 2004Houseas Manny · 1 episode
  16. 2002Without a Traceas Nelson Rodriguez · 1 episode
  17. 2002CSI: Miamias Ben Tavez · 1 episode
  18. 2000Strong Medicineas Marcos Garcia · 1 episode