Jesse Ray Sheps was born on July 7th, 2005, in New York, marking the beginning of his journey in the entertainment industry.
Jesse's early career was marked by his work in modeling and commercials for prominent brands such as AT&T, H&M, Mott's AppleSauce, Humira, Nickelodeon, NBC, Sherwin Williams, Toys R Us, Family Dollar, and AMF Bowling.
In the world of television, Jesse landed a series regular role as Fluffy on Nickelodeon's hit show Zack and Quack. He then went on to act in films such as "Collateral Beauty" alongside Kate Winslet, "Hard Sell" with Kristen Chenoweth, and "Such a Funny Life," where he played the lead role of young David Guttierrez.
Jesse's impressive resume includes various roles for Disney and Amazon, solidifying his status as a talented young actor.
In addition to his film work, Jesse has also made appearances on popular television shows such as CBS' Blue Bloods, CBS' drama "Bull," and Netflix's hit series Orange is the New Black.
One of Jesse's most notable roles was in the movie "All Square," where he starred alongside Emmy-nominated actors Michael Kelly and Pamela Adlon. The film won the best narrative film award at SXSW, earning an impressive 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Jesse's performance received widespread critical acclaim, including a win for Best Supporting Actor at the Vegas Movie Awards.
Jesse has also made a name for himself in the short film world, winning awards for his work, including Best Comedy Short at the American Youth Film Festival and the Art Slope Film Festival. His short film, which he wrote, directed, and performed in, showcased his impressive range as an actor, as he played six different characters.
In addition to his acting pursuits, Jesse is also the Founder and President of the Fire Island Film Festival, an international nonprofit film festival dedicated to supporting the filmmaking community.
Jesse is currently a student at Yale University, where he is furthering his education. He has previously studied at the Yale Summer Conservatory for Actors, honing his craft and preparing for a bright future in the entertainment industry.
