At 19, Actor Jalyn Hall Breaks Out in NBC/Peacock Comedy

The rising star talks about his role in 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' and his early start in the industry.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:07am

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An extreme close-up of shimmering, high-contrast sequins in dramatic studio lighting, conceptually representing the glamour and energy of the entertainment industry.The rising star Jalyn Hall brings a grounded presence and emotional weight to his breakout role in the new NBC/Peacock comedy.Houston Today

At just 19 years old, actor Jalyn Hall is already making waves with his starring role in the new NBC/Peacock comedy series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.' The show, created by comedy heavyweights Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and Sam Means, centers on a former football star played by Tracy Morgan as he navigates a messy fall from grace. Hall plays Carmelo, Reggie's son, in a performance that showcases his talent for grounding the chaos with emotional weight.

Why it matters

Hall's breakout role in 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' positions him as part of a new generation of leading men in Hollywood who are redefining what a 'leading man' looks like. With his natural ease, thoughtfulness, and emotional intelligence, Hall represents a shift in the industry towards more authentic and grounded performances.

The details

Hall's path to this moment has been marked by decisive choices from a young age. At just 7 years old, he 'retired' from playing football to pursue acting, a move that proved prophetic. Now, at 19, he's holding his own alongside a star-studded cast that includes Daniel Radcliffe, Erika Alexander, and Bobby Moynihan, showcasing a confidence and presence that suggests he already knows he belongs.

  • Hall landed the role in 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' in 2025.
  • The series premiered on NBC and Peacock in April 2026.

The players

Jalyn Hall

A 19-year-old actor starring in the new NBC/Peacock comedy series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.'

Tina Fey

A comedy heavyweight who created the series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.'

Robert Carlock

A comedy heavyweight who created the series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.'

Sam Means

A comedy heavyweight who created the series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.'

Tracy Morgan

An actor who stars as Reggie Dinkins, the former football star at the center of the new comedy series.

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What’s next

The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins airs Mondays at 8:30 p.m. on NBC and is available to stream the next day on Peacock.

The takeaway

Jalyn Hall's breakout role in The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins is a testament to his talent and emotional intelligence, positioning him as part of a new generation of leading men in Hollywood who are redefining what a 'leading man' looks like.