Justin Baldoni is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of skills and pursuits. He is an accomplished actor, director, producer, speaker, and entrepreneur, with a focus on creating impactful media and entertainment.
In the world of documentary filmmaking, Baldoni created and directed the award-winning series, My Last Days. He then made his feature film directorial debut with FIVE FEET APART, a film that exceeded box office predictions and has grossed over $80 million worldwide. His next project is set to be the film CLOUDS for Warner Bros.
On the acting front, Baldoni is perhaps best known for his role as "Rafael" on The CW's hit show, Jane the Virgin, which has garnered widespread acclaim.
As an entrepreneur, Baldoni co-founded Wayfarer Entertainment, a cause-driven media studio that produces content focused on inspiration, unity, and human connection. One of his notable projects is the dinner conversation series, Man Enough, which explores traditional masculinity and delves into topics such as body image, relationships, and fatherhood. He has also spoken publicly about his own experiences with masculinity, including a viral TED talk and a series of college campus appearances across America.
Baldoni is also the founder and chairman of The Wayfarer Foundation, a non-profit organization that hosts one of Los Angeles' largest volunteer events, The Carnival of Love. This event provides essential services, resources, and connection to individuals experiencing homelessness in LA's Skid Row community, with plans to expand nationally in 2020.
In his personal life, Baldoni resides in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.
