Jason Canela

Jason Canela (born April 25, 1992) is an American actor of Cuban descent, best known for his roles in telenovelas. He has appeared in serials such as ¿Dónde Está Elisa? and Cosita Linda. Canela made his English-language television debut in 2016. He is the younger brother of actor-singer Jencarlos Canela.

In January 2018, Soap Opera Digest announced he had been cast in the role of Arturo Rosales on The Young and the Restless. Canela's time on the show in a contract role ended in 2020, but Canela made several brief appearances. In 2024, he appeared in several episodes of the Apple TV limited series Palm Royale.

Early life and education Canela was born in Miami, Florida, to Cuban parents Lisette and Heriberto Canela. He has three older siblings, including actor-singer Jencarlos Canela. Canela studied acting at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in New York City.

Filmography

Television Year Title Role Notes 2010 ¿Dónde Está Elisa? Santiago Rincon Supporting role 2011 SoBe Real Pablo Supporting role 2014 Cosita Linda Cacho Supporting role 2016 Pitch Omar Robles 2 episodes 2018–20 The Young and the Restless Arturo Rosales Main role, 114 episodes 2021 The Rookie (TV series) Cesar Madrigal Guest role, 3 episodes 2024 Palm Royale Eddie Miniseries

Film Year Title Role Notes 2015 Camino Sebastian 2019 Always Be My Maybe Waiter

Theatre Year Title Role Notes 2022 On Your Feet! Emilio Estefan