Meet Jon Seda’s Kids: Haley Seda, Jessica Seda Pinto, Jonathan Seda, and Madison Seda

Jon Seda, the dynamic Puerto Rican-American actor celebrated for his intense and heartfelt portrayal of Detective Antonio Dawson on Chicago P.D., has carved out a Hollywood career that spans more than three decades.

Born on October 14, 1970, in Manhattan, New York City, to Hector Seda and Dharma Seda, he grew up in Clifton, New Jersey, where his first passion was boxing.

After high school, he dedicated himself to the sport, compiling an impressive amateur record of 21 wins and just one loss, even finishing as runner-up in the 1990 New Jersey Golden Gloves.

Though he had ambitions of competing in the 1992 Olympics, fate intervened when he auditioned for the boxing film Gladiator. That audition not only shifted his path but launched him into an acting career that would make him a household name.

At 54 years old, standing 5’9″ (1.75 m) tall, Seda proudly identifies with his Puerto Rican heritage.

He graduated from Clifton High School, but it was his leap into acting that defined his life’s journey. His breakthrough came with Gladiator in 1992, where his boxing background lent authenticity to his performance.

He later delivered one of his most memorable roles as Chris Pérez, husband of Tejano music star Selena Quintanilla, in the beloved 1997 biopic Selena, starring opposite Jennifer Lopez. With every project, Seda became known for bringing depth, intensity, and sincerity to his characters.

Beyond the spotlight, Seda’s greatest source of pride is his family. He has been married to life coach and entrepreneur Lisa Gomez since July 4, 2000, a partnership that has endured through the demands of Hollywood.

Together, they are parents to four children: son Jonathan Seda Jr. and daughters Haley Seda, Jessica Seda Pinto, and Madison Seda. The family has always remained close-knit, often showing their bond through glimpses on social media.

Seda occasionally shares warm, lighthearted moments with fans, from Halloween photos of the “Super Sedas” in coordinated costumes to heartfelt anniversary posts dedicated to his wife.

Jonathan Seda Jr.

Born on December 15, 1994, Jonathan Seda Jr. is the eldest of the Seda siblings and a striking lookalike for his father.

At 30 years old, he’s already carving out his own path in the entertainment industry, proving that talent runs in the family.

Jonathan Jr. made his acting debut as a young boy, appearing as Basilone’s nephew in the 2010 HBO miniseries The Pacific, where his father starred as the heroic U.S. Marine John Basilone.

Fast-forward to more recent years, and Jonathan Jr. has shared the screen with his dad in memorable ways. In 2017, he popped up in a guest role on Chicago Fire, part of the “One Chicago” universe that made Seda a household name.

But his most meta moment came in 2022 on NBC’s sci-fi drama La Brea, where Seda plays Dr. Sam Velez. Jonathan Jr. portrayed a younger version of his father’s character in Season 2, Episode 6 (“Lazarus“), in a time-bending scene involving Sam‘s daughter Riley.

Reflecting on the experience, Jonathan Jr. told Entertainment Tonight that working with his dad felt natural, joking, “Just glad I wasn’t flirting with my mom in the scene!“

He credits his father’s work ethic as inspiration, saying, “People are always coming up to me telling me how great it is working alongside my dad, so I try my best to follow his example.”

Outside of acting, Jonathan Jr. stands at 5’6½” and maintains a low profile, focusing on his craft rather than the spotlight. Fans can’t help but see echoes of Seda‘s early boxing days in his son’s poised demeanour—both share that same quiet determination.

Haley Seda

Haley Bella Seda, born in August (exact year undisclosed, but estimated around the mid-2000s), is the youngest of the Seda daughters and the one who’s most publicly dipped her toes into acting.

Like her brother, Haley has the showbiz bug, making her debut on her father’s hit series Chicago P.D. in 2015. In the episode “A Little Devil Complex” from Season 3, the then-teenager played Isabella, a key witness to a bombing who provides crucial testimony to Detective Jay Halstead (Jesse Lee Soffer).

It was a full family affair, with Seda‘s character, Antonio Dawson, deeply involved in the case. The cameo was a sweet nod to Haley‘s real-life connection to the show, which her dad starred on from 2014 to 2019.

Haley‘s acting credits don’t stop there. She’s credited in the 2022 short film Breath of the Mountain, showcasing her range in more independent projects. True to the Seda family’s preference for privacy, Haley‘s brief but impactful appearance on Chicago P.D. highlighted her poise under pressure, much like her father’s intense screen presence.

Jessica Seda Pinto

Jessica Seda Pinto rounds out the Seda sisters as the family’s stepdaughter, integrated seamlessly into the blended brood since Seda married Gomez in 2000.

Born before the couple’s union (exact birth details not publicly shared), Jessica has grown up alongside her siblings in the supportive Seda-Gomez household.

Her last name, Pinto, suggests ties to her mother’s side, and she’s often listed alongside her full siblings in family profiles, underscoring the tight bonds within the group.

Unlike her acting siblings, Jessica appears to embrace a life away from the cameras, with no known credits in film or TV. This choice aligns with the family’s overall low-key approach to fame—Seda himself has spoken about shielding his kids from Hollywood’s glare.

In rare family photos shared by her dad, like group Halloween shots, Jessica‘s presence adds to the joyful, everyday vibe of the Sedas. As an adult now, she likely contributes to the family’s grounded dynamic, offering a reminder that not every star child needs to shine on stage.

Madison Seda

Madison Seda, born on June 12, 2003, holds down the middle spot among the siblings at 22 years old.

As the second biological child of Seda and Gomez, Madison arrived shortly after the couple’s wedding, growing up in the whirlwind of her father’s rising career.

She’s not ventured into acting like her older brother or younger sister, opting instead for a behind-the-scenes existence. That said, Madison‘s inclusion in Seda‘s occasional social media posts paints her as a vital part of the family fabric.

In a 2018 Instagram snapshot of the kids in superhero costumes, Madison‘s playful energy shone through, earning the caption “The Super Sedas hope everyone has a fantastic #Halloween!!” from her proud dad.

With her birthdate placing her firmly in the millennial cusp, Madison represents the next generation of the Seda legacy—perhaps pursuing passions in school, travel, or creative fields off-screen.