Vincent Rodriguez III

Vincent Rodriguez III is an American stage and television actor born on August 10, 1982, in San Francisco, California, U.S. He grew up in nearby Daly City within a culturally rich Filipino household, and his heritage also includes Spanish and Chinese ancestry. The youngest of four children, he has three older sisters who were all born in Manila, giving him a strong connection to his parents' roots. After completing his secondary education, he pursued formal training at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, graduating in 2003, and he also honed his physical discipline through martial‑arts training. In 2005, Rodriguez relocated to New York City where he quickly became a familiar face in regional theatre, often performing as part of ensemble casts and sharing his expertise by teaching at drama schools annually. His early screen work included bit parts on The Onion News Network and Hostages, but it was his casting in 2015 as Josh Chan, the straight‑laced romantic lead of The CW’s musical comedy‑drama Crazy Ex‑Girlfriend, that vaulted him to wider recognition. The role earned him critical praise for its nuanced portrayal, especially given his status as an openly gay actor tackling a straight character. Aside from television, Rodriguez has contributed his voice to video games and performed several duet numbers on the show’s soundtrack, showcasing his musical talent. Since 2015, he has been married to Gregory Wright, and while he has kept his personal life relatively private, he remains an influential figure for LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream media. His continued involvement in stage productions and occasional guest spots on television underline a versatile career that balances artistic passion with a commitment to diverse storytelling.