An American actor known for his comedic roles in TV shows like "New Girl" and movies like "Jurassic World", often playing lovable and quirky characters.
Jake Johnson, born Mark Jake Johnson Weinberger, is an American actor and filmmaker renowned for his iconic portrayal of Nick Miller in the Fox sitcom New Girl (2011-2018) and his voice acting as Spider-Man in the animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) and its 2023 sequel.
Born on May 28, 1978, in Evanston, Illinois, Johnson grew up in a creative household with his artist mother, Eve Johnson, and car dealership owner father, Ken Weinberger. His parents' divorce when he was just two years old led to his mother raising him and his siblings, Dan and Rachel, as a single parent. Johnson later took his mother's last name during high school.
Johnson's early life was marked by a passion for the arts, particularly improv comedy. He was heavily influenced by the Second City improv troupe and attended New Trier High School in Winnetka. His post-secondary education took him to the University of Iowa, where he wrote a play that earned him admission to the Dramatic Writing Department at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.
Johnson's successful career spans film, television, and theater. Some of his notable works include:
In 2022-2023, Johnson starred in the comedy series Minx, and in 2023, he made his directorial debut with the film Self Reliance.
Johnson's impressive performance as Nick Miller in New Girl earned him a nomination for the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series in 2013.
Johnson has spoken publicly about his close relationship with his father, Ken Weinberger, who died in 2021. He has also been involved in various charity events, including supporting the Rape Treatment Center at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center.
Through his work in film, television, and theater, Jake Johnson has established himself as a multifaceted talent with a knack for captivating audiences. His dedication to his craft and his passion for storytelling have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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