Diego Tinoco is an American actor who gained widespread recognition for playing Cesar Diaz in Netflix’s popular series On My Block. His journey into acting began with small projects before he landed a leading television role that introduced him to a much wider audience. Born on November 25, 1997, Diego is 28 years old in 2026 and stands approximately 5 feet 9¼ inches (1.76 m) tall, according to IMDb. Alongside acting, he has explored entrepreneurship, creative projects, and ways to help aspiring performers build careers in the entertainment industry.
Diego Tinoco – Quick Bio Table
Profile
Information
Full Name
Diego Alejandro Tinoco
Nickname
Not publicly confirmed
Date of Birth
November 25, 1997
Age
28 Years (2026)
Height
5 feet 9¼ inches (1.76 m)
Birthplace
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States (IMDb listing)
Hometown
Southern California
Nationality
American
Ethnic Background
Mexican and Ecuadorian/Colombian heritage
Profession
Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur
Famous For
Playing Cesar Diaz in On My Block
Zodiac Sign
Sagittarius
Religion
Not publicly confirmed
Father
Publicly identified as having Mexican roots
Mother
Publicly identified as having Ecuadorian and Colombian roots
Siblings
Older brother named Luigi
Marital Status
No publicly confirmed marriage
Relationship Status
Not reliably confirmed
Estimated Net Worth
Approximately $500,000 (unverified estimate)
Hair Color
Dark Brown/Black
Eye Color
Not independently confirmed
Hobbies
Skateboarding and creative filmmaking
Instagram
@diegotinoco
Education
High school background; further qualifications not publicly established
Business Ventures
SANGRE MIA and The Actor’s Campus
Current Base
Los Angeles, California
Diego Tinoco – Career Timeline
Year
Career Event
Details
1997
Birth
Born on November 25.
Childhood
Early Interests
Developed an interest in skateboarding and filmmaking.
Teenage Years
Acting Training
Began exploring acting and attending acting classes.
2015
Acting Debut
Appeared in Drizzle of Hope as Marco.
2016
Television Debut
Appeared in Teen Wolf as Mateo.
2017
Short Film
Appeared in Welcome to Valhalla.
2018
Breakthrough
Joined Netflix’s On My Block as Cesar Diaz.
2019
Industry Recognition
Received Imagen and Teen Choice Award nominations.
2021
Film Career
Played Tybalt in R#J.
2023
Major Film Projects
Appeared in Knights of the Zodiac, Muzzle, and Bad Hombres.
2023
Voice Acting
Voiced Javier in Hailey’s On It!.
Recent Years
Entrepreneurship
Continued developing SANGRE MIA and The Actor’s Campus.
Diego Tinoco – Family
Family Member
Information
Father
Mexican background; from Morelia, Michoacán
Mother
Ecuadorian background; from Quito, with Colombian descent
Brother
Luigi
Siblings
One older brother
Family Background
First-generation American family
Father’s Influence
Encouraged Diego to pursue his acting ambitions
Mother’s Influence
Has been an important source of personal support
Family Life
Keeps many family details private
Diego Tinoco – Awards and Nominations
Year
Award
Category
Result
2019
Imagen Foundation Awards
Best Actor – Television (On My Block)
Nominated
2019
Teen Choice Awards
Choice Summer TV Star: Male
Nominated
—
National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts
Horizon Award for Outstanding Newcomer
Awarded
Diego Tinoco – Dress and Fashion Collection
Fashion Category
Details
Formal Suits
Worn at public appearances
Casual Clothing
Contemporary casual outfits
Designer Jackets
Seen in fashion editorials
Shirts
Formal and casual styles
Red Carpet Outfits
Featured at entertainment events
Personal Designer Collection
Not publicly documented
Diego Tinoco – Business and Investments
Business / Investment
Industry
Description
SANGRE MIA
Fashion
Clothing brand founded by Diego to encourage identity, confidence, and self-expression.
The Actor’s Campus
Education
Online acting education platform for aspiring performers.
Acting Classes
Entertainment Education
Provides recorded lessons and weekly live classes through The Actor’s Campus.
Networking Events
Entertainment
Creates opportunities for aspiring actors to connect and learn.
Virtual Talent Showcase
Entertainment
Gives emerging performers an opportunity to present their abilities.
Acting Career
Entertainment
His established professional activity across television and film.
