McColm Cephas Jr.
McColm Cephas is a versatile Los Angeles-based actor who began his career at age three. Known for his stellar work ethic and infectious personality, he has specialized in portraying younger versions of lead characters in major projects like Disney+’s ‘Rise’ (Young Giannis), Michael Bay’s ‘Ambulance’ (Young Will Sharp), FX’s ‘Snowfall’ (Young Franklin), and The CW’s ‘All American’ (Young Billy).
Beyond his TV and film success, McColm has appeared in national commercials for brands like McDonald’s and Walmart, and starred in the award-winning short film ‘The Color Happy.’ A disciplined athlete and dancer of African and Caribbean descent, he is dedicated to telling stories that bring families together.
Acting
Movie
A Ghost Story
as Little Boy
2017
Movie
Ambulance
as Young Will Sharp (uncredited)
2022
TV
Snowfall
as Young Franklin (uncredited)
2017
Movie
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
as Child
2018
TV
All American
as Young Billy
2018
TV
Mythic Quest
as Roscoe Kid
2020
Movie
Rise
as Young Giannis
2022
TV
Government Cheese
as Young Harrison
2025
TV
On the Verge
as Drew
2021
The Color Happy
as Scottie
2020
Movie
If I Go Will They Miss Me
as Kid Deshawn
2026