Mateo Arias is a talented actor, best known for his portrayal of Jerry on the popular Disney series Kickin' It. He has also appeared in other notable shows, including Yours, Mine & Ours and Good Kids.
Born on October 31, 1995, in New York City, New York, USA, Mateo is the son of parents from the Paisa region of Colombia. He is the younger brother of actor Moises Arias, and like his brother, he was raised bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently.
Before gaining fame, Mateo made his acting debut at the tender age of 10 in the 2005 family comedy Yours, Mine, and Ours. He has since made special guest appearances on various shows, including Drake & Josh and Cold Case, and played the role of Andre in the 2009 Disney Channel Original Movie, Dadnapped.
Mateo's brother, Moises, played a significant role in Kickin' It, and the two brothers have collaborated on several projects, including YouTube film series. Mateo has spoken highly of his brother's guidance, stating that he provides valuable feedback on his acting, helping him to improve his craft.
In addition to his acting career, Mateo enjoys shooting videos with his brother Moises, which can be viewed on YouTube under the user Moiswashere. The brothers often improvise and create their own scripts, and Mateo has expressed his admiration for actors Will Smith and Leonardo DiCaprio. He is also close friends with actor and rapper Jaden Smith, who frequently appears in their videos.
Mateo played the role of Jerry Cesar Martinez, a Hispanic black belt character, on Kickin' It from June 13, 2011, until March 25, 2015. Apart from his acting career, Mateo is also skilled in martial arts and has showcased his talents off-screen. Despite enjoying his role on Kickin' It, Mateo does not rule out the possibility of working in full-length films in the future. He has expressed his desire to explore his passion for music, directing, acting, and writing, and hopes to gain experience in each of these areas in the entertainment industry.
