September 2024

Niko Pepaj stars as Officer Miguel “Miko” Alfaro on CBS’ long-running Friday night series S.W.A.T. Pepaj joined the show in its sixth season.

Prior to S.W.A.T., Pepaj was a series regular on the MTV hit comedy series “Awkward.” His additional television credits include “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Bunheads,” “Daytime Divas” and “Bosch”.

Separate from his acting career, Pepaj previously modeled in advertising campaigns for the American retail brand PacSun.

In his spare time, Pepaj loves to stay active by playing basketball and snowboarding and is an avid poker player. Due to a personal family connection, he is an advocate for AT/RT, a rare form of brain cancer in children. He is also passionate about supporting animal rescues that help dogs find loving homes.

Pepaj is a graduate of Canyon Crest Academy in San Diego. Following graduation, Pepaj moved to Los Angeles where he currently resides.

His birthday is April 6. Follow him on X and Instagram @Nikopepajla.