Mig Macario is a veteran actor with a remarkable career spanning over three decades, boasting an impressive portfolio of over 50 film and television projects, as well as numerous commercials. He has had the privilege of working alongside some of the industry's most talented stars, including Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Zawe Ashton, John Malkovich, and Toni Collette, in the critically acclaimed Netflix film Velvet Buzzsaw.
Macario's impressive resume also includes recurring and guest star roles in popular TV shows such as Ruby Herring Mysteries, S.W.A.T., Kidding, and The Order, as well as memorable appearances in US National commercials for top brands like Lexus, E*TRADE, Bubly, Uber Eats, and Cigna.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Macario's passion for acting began at the Vancouver Youth Theater, where he honed his craft alongside his peers. He was part of the inaugural class of the Firehall Cross Cultural Apprenticeship program, which further solidified his foundation in the arts. Throughout his career, Macario has taken classes and workshops at esteemed institutions such as Upright Citizens Brigade, Jeffrey Marcus Studios, and with David Rotenberg.
In addition to his extensive experience in film and television, Macario has had the privilege of working with legendary actors like Johnny Depp, Jenny McCarthy, and Robin Williams. His theater background is rooted in productions with the Vancouver Youth Theater, Axis Mime Theater, and Manitoba Theater for Young People, where he toured Shakespeare.
Macario's impressive stage credits include a Jessie award nomination for his portrayal of Song Liling in David Henry Hwang's Tony award-winning play, M. Butterfly. As a dedicated thespian, Macario continues to strive for authenticity in his performances, with a particular focus on representing the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
In his personal life, Macario is a long-practicing Buddhist, actively involved with the Soka Gakkai International community, which promotes peace, culture, and education. He is fluent in Tagalog, which enabled him to volunteer in the Philippines following the devastating aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan.
Macario's goals are centered around continuing to tell unique stories that authentically represent the AAPI community, while creating value and living a fulfilling life. He hopes to spend the remainder of his days living near the beach with his loved ones.
