J.R. Ramirez

J.R. Ramirez is an American actor known for his commanding screen presence and emotionally grounded performances across television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Detective Jared Vasquez on the hit series Power, where his layered portrayal of a conflicted lawman earned strong audience and critical attention. He later expanded his range with roles in projects such as Manifest, where he played the determined and loyal NYPD detective Jared Vasquez, further solidifying his reputation as a compelling dramatic actor.

Ramirez began his career in the entertainment industry as a model before transitioning into acting, quickly finding success through a combination of charisma, intensity, and authenticity. His work often highlights characters driven by loyalty, inner conflict, and resilience, making him a standout presence in crime dramas and thrillers.

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Cast Credits

It's Not Like That (2026)
Starring as David (3 episodes)
Pulse (2025)
Guest starring as Dr. Patrick Sanchez (2 episodes)
Manifest (2018)
Starring as Jared Vasquez (62 episodes)
Marvel's Jessica Jones (2015)
Starring as Oscar Arocho (10 episodes)
Guest starring as Oscar Arocho
Rosewood (2015)
Guest starring as Frank Escajeda
NCIS: New Orleans (2014)
Guest starring as Jack Cooper
  • Episode 4x16: Empathy (Mar 6, 2018)
Power (2014)
Starring as Julio (32 episodes)
Guest starring as Julio (4 episodes)
Emily Owens, M.D. (2012)
Guest starring as Dr. AJ Aquino (3 episodes)
Arrow (2012)
Guest starring as Ted Grant (4 episodes)
GCB (2012)
Guest starring as Dodo
The Talk (2010)
Guest starring as J.R. Ramirez
90210 (2008)
Guest starring as Billy
24 (2001)
Guest starring as CTU Staffer
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