Vincent Vargas

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Vincent Vargas
Vargas at the 2018 San Diego Comic-Con
Born (1981-07-15) July 15, 1981[1]
San Fernando Valley, California, U.S.
Occupations
  • Veteran
  • Actor
  • Writer
  • Producer
  • Motivational Speaker
Websitehttps://www.vincentroccovargas.com/

Vincent "Rocco" Vargas (born July 15, 1981) is an American actor, producer, and writer. His credits include roles in the film Range 15 and the television series Mayans M.C., and he is the creator of the MBest11x YouTube channel.[2][3][4]

Early life

Vincent "Rocco" Vargas was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. Vargas enlisted in the United States Army (2003–2015) and began to serve 3 combat deployments with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Vargas relatedly served as an Infantry Drill Sergeant. He then left active duty and entered the reserves with the rank of Sergeant First Class. After leaving active duty, Vargas served as a medic with the Arizona Department of Corrections and the U.S. Border Patrol in the Special Operations Group (BORSTAR)[5] before resigning in 2013 to work in the entertainment industry.[1]

Career

Rocco being interviewed at a red carpet event.

Following his military and law enforcement service, Vargas began working in the film industry. In 2020, he had a co-starring role in the film Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace.[6]

Vargas has also co-written and starred in a number of television shows, including notably Mayans MC (2018-2023) and Office Joe (2024). [7]

Personal life

Vargas is a motivational speaker whose presentations are directed toward military veterans and youth. Due to his combat experiences, Vargas has suffered from PTSD which has led to two failed marriages, alcoholism, and alleged sleep issues, with him currently being sober for over three years.[8] Vargas lives in Salt Lake City, Utah. Vargas hosts a weekly podcast, "Vinny Roc Podcast," where he interviews veterans and discusses topics such as the transition to civilian life and personal health.[8]

Filmography

Year Title Role Producer Writer Notes
2015 Helen Keller vs. Nightwolves Julio Scagnetti No No
2016 Range 15 Himself Yes No
2016 The Long Way Back The Veteran No Yes Short film; also stunt coordinator
2016 Living For The Ones Who Can't Himself No No Documentary short
2016-2017 Dads in Parks Himself No Yes Web series; main cast
2017 Not a War Story Himself Yes No Documentary
2017 Dark of Light Karl No No
2017 Drinkin' Bros Live: The Shaved Eagle Tour Rocco Yes No
2018–2023 Mayans MC Gilberto 'Gilly' Lopez No Yes TV series; Main cast, writer (1 episode)
2018 Brothers in Arms Himself No No TV series; Main cast[9]
2020 Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace Edgar Ruiz No No Costar with child actress Scarlett Diamond; 2nd in credits[10]
2022 The Shoebox Sergeant No No Short film
2024 S.W.A.T. Benicio 'El Rey' Ramirez No No TV series; Minor role
2024 Office Joe Tony Garcia Yes Yes TV series; Main cast
2025 Homestead: The Series Santos No No TV series; Main cast [11]

Bibliography

Title Publication ISBN/ASIN Ref(s)
Sugarman (Sugarman Series Book 1) 2019 B081VQCRJL [12]
Light the Fuse 2019 B08145113X [13]
Borderline: Defending the Home Front 2024 1250876494 [14]

References

  1. Cavallaro, Gina (April 10, 2018). "He's The Army: Sgt. 1st Class Vincent "Rocco" Vargas". AUSA. Retrieved August 16, 2018.
  2. Bro's, Drinkin. "Podcast". Drinkin Bro's Podcast. Article 15 Clothing. Retrieved November 21, 2015.
  3. Lopez, Genevieve (19 December 2014). "This Guy May Look Tough, But Wait Till You Hear His Voice! Holy Smokes, He's Good!". Get it free. Get it free. Retrieved December 19, 2014.
  4. Faith, Scott. "Vincent Vargas". havok journal. havok journal. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  5. Vargas, Vincent "Rocco". "Vincent "Rocco" Vargas – Official Website". vincentroccovargas.com. Retrieved 2026-06-22.
  6. H, Jeryn. "Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace". Dove. Retrieved November 8, 2020.
  7. "Vincent Vargas". IMDb. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  8. Andrea Scott (November 9, 2020). "'Will I be a statistic?' There is a different mindset entertainment star and former Ranger Vincent 'Rocco' Vargas wants vets to take". militarytimes.com. Retrieved March 20, 2021.
  9. "Brother in Arms cast and crew". imdb.com. Retrieved March 20, 2021.
  10. "Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace (2020) Full Cast & Crew". IMDb. Retrieved November 8, 2020.
  11. "Vincent Vargas". IMDb. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  12. "Sugarman (Sugarman Series Book 1) Kindle Edition". Amazon. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  13. "Light the Fuse Kindle Edition". Amazon. Retrieved 14 May 2026.
  14. "Amazon.com". Amazon. Retrieved 14 May 2026.