Biography

Jeff Francisco is a multifaceted Filipino American actor, producer, director, and art director, best known for his role as Alvin Aquino in the hit Netflix series The Lincoln Lawyer, where he stars alongside Neve Campbell and Jaime McShane. Based on Michael Connelly's bestselling novels and produced by David E. Kelley, the series helped catapult Francisco into the spotlight, earning him significant attention.

Born in the Philippines and raised in Daly City, Francisco found his passion for acting after studying advertising and theater, performing in San Francisco productions like Black Comedy and The Time of Your Life. A former hip-hop dancer, he even auditioned for The Matrix Reloaded, which sparked his move to Los Angeles. There, he began booking roles in films and TV shows, including Numb3rs (CBS) and Make It or Break It (ABC Family). Most recently, he appeared in the Lionsgate film Plane alongside Gerard Butler and is attached to several exciting film projects.

Dedicated to representing Filipino stories in mainstream media, Francisco is an active member of the community, serving as an officer at FilAm Creative, a non-profit supporting Filipino American filmmakers. He also directs, produces, and art directs music videos, commercials, and films, blending his love for visual arts with his creative skills. In his spare time, Francisco enjoys painting, writing, traveling, making music, and songwriting.
- IMDb mini biography by: Rachid Ait