Trending Ngayon: Canadian-Filipino actor Manny Jacinto stars in the American film 'Freakier Friday'

As the 2025 fantasy-comedy 'Freakier Friday' premieres worldwide, Canadian-Filipino actor Manny Jacinto is gaining popularity for his role as Eric Davies, the love interest of Lindsay Lohan’s character, Anna. Credit: Disney Studios via Manny Jacinto on Instagram

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On SBS Filipino’s Trending Ngayon segment, Filipino moviegoers and netizens are buzzing about Canadian-Filipino actor Manny Jacinto, who stars in the recently released American film, Freakier Friday.

Key Points

The American fantasy comedy film 'Freakier Friday' has been screening in various parts of the world, including the Philippines, Australia, and America.
Manny Jacinto was born in Manila in the Philippines, and when he was three years old, he and his family moved to Canada.
Jacinto plays the role of Eric Davies, the love interest of Lindsay Lohan's character in the movie.

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