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Colton Gobbo

Colton Gobbo is a Canadian actor from Sudbury, Ontario.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Colton Gobbo (born 20 September 2000) is a Canadian actor from Sudbury, Ontario. He is known for his roles in film and television, including The Desperate Hour, Ginny & Georgia, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Titans, and Son of a Critch. He began acting professionally at age nine and graduated from the George Brown Theatre School in 2021.

Early life and education

Colton Gobbo was born in Sudbury, Ontario, on 20 September 2000. He began acting professionally at age nine in a production of Hair. He later studied at the George Brown Theatre School, graduating in 2021.

Acting career

Gobbo has appeared in a variety of film and television productions. His credits include the horror film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019), the thriller The Desperate Hour (2021), the superhero series Titans, the drama series Ginny & Georgia, and the CBC comedy Son of a Critch.

Other work and interests

In addition to acting, Gobbo works as a writer, director, and combat coordinator. He has volunteered in mentorship and tutoring projects. He holds a second-degree black belt in Goju-Ryu karate and has competed nationally.

Key facts

  • Born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, he began acting professionally at age nine.
  • He has appeared in film and television productions including The Desperate Hour, Titans, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Ginny & Georgia, and Son of a Critch.
  • He graduated from the George Brown Theatre School in 2021 and also works as a writer, director, and combat coordinator.
  • He holds a second-degree black belt in Goju-Ryu karate and has competed nationally.
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Canadian context

Gobbo is a Canadian actor from Sudbury, Ontario, and his career includes work in Canadian television production, including CBC’s Son of a Critch.[6]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Colton Gobbo?
Colton Gobbo is a Canadian actor from Sudbury, Ontario, known for work in film and television.
When was Colton Gobbo born?
He was born on 20 September 2000.
What is Colton Gobbo known for?
He is known for roles in The Desperate Hour, Ginny & Georgia, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Titans, and Son of a Critch.
Where is Colton Gobbo from?
He is from Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.
Did Colton Gobbo attend acting school?
Yes, he graduated from the George Brown Theatre School in 2021.

References

  1. CBC Media Centrehttps://www.cbc.ca/mediacentre/bio/colton-gobbo
    Supports: Birthplace, career background, education, volunteer work, karate rank, and selected credits.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm7176721/
    Supports: Date and place of birth and selected acting credits.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm7176721/bio/
    Supports: Biographical details and credits.
  4. Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q66424454
    Supports: Nationality, occupation, date of birth, birthplace, and years active.