Luis “Trikz” Da Silva Jr.

Luis “Trikz” Da Silva Jr. transitioned from a Nike-endorsed freestyle basketball pioneer to an actor and producer with roles in major film franchises and television series. After successfully auditioning for a Nike basketball commercial, Luis ‘Trikz’ Da Silva Jr. went on to sign a contract with Nike in 2001, becoming the central figure of the globally recognized ‘Nike Freestyle’ campaign.

This partnership marked a significant milestone, establishing him as the youngest non-professional athlete to receive a Nike endorsement. His prominence led to appearances on the cover of Time magazine, the front page of the Wall Street Journal, and features in popular video games, including L.A. Rush (2005) and the NBA Ballers series. By 2003, Da Silva Jr.

also became the youngest player signed to the Harlem Wizards Show basketball team. Leveraging his widespread success in basketball and brand endorsements, Da Silva Jr. transitioned into an acting career, making his debut in Neil Jordan’s The Brave One (2007) alongside Jodie Foster and Terrence Howard. This role paved the way for his breakout performance as Diogo in Fast Five (2011), the fifth installment of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise.

Beyond his acting credits, Da Silva Jr. has taken on producing roles and made his debut as an author, publishing the children’s book ‘A Boy Named Boo.’ He continues to be a professional force in Hollywood, demonstrating a consistent work ethic across film, television, and literary endeavors.