Nico Hiraga is an American actor and skateboarder who built his career around two passions: skateboarding and acting. Born and raised in San Francisco, he became widely recognized for playing Tanner in Booksmart and Seth Acosta in Moxie. His relaxed screen presence and genuine connection to skate culture have helped him stand out among young actors. Beyond his film roles, Hiraga continues to identify closely with the skateboarding community that shaped his early life.
Nico Hiraga – Quick Bio Table
Profile Detail
Information
Full Name
Nico Hiraga
Profession
Actor and skateboarder
Height
Approximately 5 ft 8 in (173 cm); not independently confirmed
Date of Birth
December 19, 1997
Age
28 years old (as of October 27, 2026)
Birthplace
San Francisco, California, United States
Nationality
American
Zodiac Sign
Sagittarius
Ethnicity
Japanese and European heritage
Father
Jun Hiraga
Mother
Reported as Alison Hiraga
Siblings
Has a younger brother; his name is not widely documented
Famous For
Booksmart, Moxie, North Hollywood, and The Power
Hobbies and Interests
Skateboarding and spending time with his skateboarding community
Hair Color
Dark brown
Eye Color
Not reliably confirmed
Marital Status
No publicly confirmed marriage
Net Worth
Not publicly verified; see the estimate discussion below
Education
Reportedly completed high school in 2016; school name not reliably confirmed
Instagram
@nicotheduffer
Years Active
2017–present, according to commonly published filmography
Known For Professionally
Combining acting roles with an established skateboarding background
A Timeline of Nico Hiraga’s Career
Year
Career Milestone
Childhood
Grew up in San Francisco and developed a passion for skateboarding.
Around age 14
Became sponsored in skateboarding, according to published interviews.
2017
Appeared in the short film Summer of 17.
2018
Played Patrick in Skate Kitchen, a film connected to skateboarding culture.
2018
Appeared in the television series Ballers.
2019
Played Tanner in Booksmart, bringing him wider recognition.
2021
Appeared as Seth Acosta in Moxie.
2021
Played Jay in North Hollywood, a film centered on skateboarding ambitions.
2022
Appeared in Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between and Rosaline.
2023
Played Xavier Yeh in Love in Taipei and appeared in The Power.
2024
Appeared in Goodrich, Sweethearts, and A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter.
2025
Appeared in For Worse.
2026
Listed in The Devil’s Mouth and The Julia Set.
Nico Hiraga’s Family
Family Member
Details
Father
Jun Hiraga; Nico has described his father as Japanese.
Mother
His mother is of German and Danish heritage, according to a 2026 interview.
Brother
Nico has a brother named Robert, mentioned in an interview with GREATEST.
Extended Family
Nico has spoken about having a large extended family and 14 cousins.
Family Background
His family has Japanese and European roots.
Family Values
He has spoken appreciatively about his parents’ support and the importance of family.
Nico Hiraga Awards and Nominations
Award or Recognition
Year
Result
Major individual award nominations
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No verified nomination list established from the sources reviewed.
Booksmart recognition
2019 onward
The film received industry recognition; this does not establish an individual award for Hiraga.
Moxie recognition
2021 onward
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Nico Hiraga’s Dress and Clothing Collection
Clothing Detail
Information
Personal Clothing Collection
No complete inventory publicly available
Signature Style
Relaxed streetwear and skate-inspired fashion
Common Style Elements
Loose-fitting trousers, casual tops, sneakers, and accessories
Designer Outfits
Documented in selected fashion editorials
Favorite Clothing Brand
No single favorite brand reliably confirmed
Fashion Philosophy
He has said that feeling good in an outfit matters to him
