Thomas Q. Jones is a multifaceted individual, equally impressive on and off the football field. As a renowned running back, he played twelve seasons in the National Football League (NFL) and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Castar Applications, Inc., a mobile application developer.
In the film industry, Jones has made a significant impact, starring in the independent film "Runaway Island" alongside Lorraine Toussaint and Aisha Hinds, as well as "Straight Outta Compton," the biographical film about the hip-hop group N.W.A. He has also appeared in the screen adaptation of the graphic novel "Loyalty" and the independent short film "Love and The Line."
On television, Jones has guest-starred in several popular shows, including "Being Mary Jane," "Born Again Virgin," "Shameless," and "Comedy Bang! Bang!" His television appearances have showcased his versatility and range as an actor.
In addition to his work in entertainment, Jones has also ventured into the world of technology. As the CEO of Castar Applications, Inc., he has developed a social business application called Castar, which allows creative individuals to showcase their skills and connect with industry professionals.
Jones's impressive football career includes being drafted 7th overall in the 2000 NFL draft by the Arizona Cardinals and going on to become one of the top 25 all-time leading rushers in NFL history. He has played for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New York Jets, Chicago Bears, and Kansas City Chiefs, and has been recognized for his excellence on and off the field.
Born in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, Jones grew up in a family of six siblings and coal-miner parents. He has collaborated with his parents to publish a book, "Blessings from the Dust," inspired by their struggles in the poverty-stricken coal-mining camps of Virginia. A feature film based on the book is currently in development.
Jones received his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Virginia in just three years and established the "Thomas Quinn Jones I Academic Scholarship" at his alma mater. He is committed to donating his brain for research to the Sports Legacy Institute, which studies the link between high-impact sports and brain trauma, and is developing a documentary about the NFL.
In his free time, Jones splits his time between Los Angeles, California, and Miami, Florida, with his dog and hairless cat.
