Nicolas Cantu, recognized by his online aliases Junky Janker and nicolasCAN2, is an American actor. He is best known for his animation roles as Gumball in Cartoon Network's beloved series, "The Amazing World of Gumball," and as Leonardo in the 2023 computer-animated film, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem." Beyond the realm of animation, he has made a mark in live-action, notably starring as Elton Ortiz in the AMC television series, "The Walking Dead: World Beyond." Recently, Nicolas Cantu escalated the feud, threatening YouTuber Dream amid unproven grooming claims. The video, viewed 60+ million times, sparks concerns about Cantu's well-being due to underage drinking. He has yet to respond to the video at the time of writing.
Family and Siblings
Born on September 8, 2003, in Austin, Texas, USA, Nicolas Cantu holds American nationality. He belongs to a mixed ethnicity as he is of Mexican descent, with both of his parents originating from Mexico City. Celebrating his 20th birthday in 2023, Cantu is a Virgo by zodiac sign. He was raised as the middle child in a family that includes his lawyer father and social worker mother. Growing up with two siblings, Sebastian and Matias, Cantu spent his formative years in San Antonio, Texas, attending Stone Oak Elementary School. At the age of 10, driven by his passion for acting, he relocated to Los Angeles, California. However, in 2022, Cantu returned to his roots in San Antonio, marking a significant chapter in his personal and professional journey.
Voice Acting Career
- Nicolas Cantu started his voice acting journey at the age of twelve, making his mark with a guest role as Diego in a 2016 episode of Nickelodeon's "Dora and Friends: Into the City!".
- He then voiced characters like Rowan Freemaker in Disney XD's "Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures" and Prince James in Disney Junior's "Sofia the First."
- His talent extended to Cartoon Network's "The Amazing World of Gumball," where he took on the title character.
- Cantu's diverse contributions include appearances on shows such as "Future-Worm!," "The Powerpuff Girls," "Raven's Home," and "The Good Place."
- In 2019, he had standout roles in "Bizaardvark," "Sydney to the Max," and "DuckTales," voicing Winston in "Middle School Moguls" and playing Andrew in "The Unicorn."
- He continued his versatility in 2020 with contributions to "Where's Waldo?," "The Walking Dead: World Beyond," and "Puppy Dog Pals."
- In 2021, Cantu played Dennis Kern, appeared in "9-1-1: Lone Star," and voiced Ensign Mainstay in "Kid Cosmic."
- He initiated his cinematic career at fourteen with a voice role in Nickelodeon's "Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie" and later starred in Steven Spielberg's "The Fabelmans" in 2022.
- Cantu continued his cinematic journey by lending his voice to the 2023 film "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" as Leonardo.
- As of 2023, his recent roles include "American Born Chinese," "Hailey's On It!," and "Skull Island".
Net Worth 2023
Nicolas Cantu is a multi-talented individual, emerging as a notable figure in the realms of acting, voice acting, YouTube content creation, stand-up comedy, and animation. As of 2023, the net worth of Nicolas is estimated to be $1.5 million. His primary source of income stems from his endeavors in the entertainment industry. Currently, he enjoys an annual salary surpassing $500,000. Content with his earnings, Cantu leads a cool lifestyle at present.
Dating and Girlfriend
Nicolas Canty is currently unmarried. He is not dating anyone and he does not have a girlfriend. He is fully focused on his career rather than being in a relationship. He is pansexual by seuxality. His family has 3 dogs – Rocco, Lola, and Fiona. On November 8, 2018, he hosted a fundraiser for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles at Bob's Big Boy in Burbank, California. He is close friends with the American singer, Brennley Brown.
Height and Weight
Nicolas Cantu is a cool and handsome actor with a standing height of height of 5 feet 5¾ inches (167 cm). He has a body weight of 62 kg (136.5 lbs). His dark brown hair and matching deep brown eyes add to his overall captivating appearance. Notably, his freckled face serves as a unique and memorable feature. He has a slim and healthy body as of now.
