Justin Hires


Justin Hires is an American actor and stand-up comedian. Hires was known for portraying the role of Detective James Carter on the CBS television series Rush Hour. He also portrayed the supporting role of Juario in the 2012 action-comedy film 21 Jump Street. He currently stars as Wilt Bozer in the MacGyver reboot series on CBS.

Early years

Hires was born on June 24, 1985 in St. Petersburg, Florida to Barbara Hires, who worked as an Area 2 superintendent for the schools of Pinellas County. Hires attended Gibbs High School in St. Petersburg, Florida where he graduated. Hires attended and graduated from Clark Atlanta University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He was also in many different Vines.

Career

Hires landed minor roles in two feature films Stomp the Yard and The Gospel. In 2015, Hires joined the cast and landed the role of Detective James Carter for the Television series Rush Hour based on the movie trilogy. In June 2016, Hires was cast in the MacGyver reboot series as Wilt Bozer.

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
2012-2015Key and PeeleLaron's Friend #3, Bystander #14 episodes
2016Rush HourDetective James CarterLead Role
2016-presentMacGyverWilt BozerMain Role
2018The Lion GuardHodari Episode: "The Little Guy"