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'''Joseph David-Jones''' (born December 22, 1993) is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas ''[[Nashville (2012 TV series)|Nashville]]'' and ''[[Arrow (TV series)|Arrow]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aol.com/article/entertainment/2017/01/26/nashville-joseph-david-jones-interview/21663633/ |title='Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment |publisher=Aol.com |date= |
'''Joseph David-Jones''' (born December 22, 1993)<ref>{{cite tweet|author=Joseph David-Jones|title=Today is my Birthday"|user=Josephdjones|number=1208727840306282496|date=December 22, 2019|access-date=May 10, 2022}}</ref> is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas ''[[Nashville (2012 TV series)|Nashville]]'' and ''[[Arrow (TV series)|Arrow]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aol.com/article/entertainment/2017/01/26/nashville-joseph-david-jones-interview/21663633/ |title='Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment |publisher=Aol.com |date= |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.romper.com/p/who-plays-clay-on-nashville-joseph-david-jones-is-maddies-new-love-interest-31377 |title=Who Plays Clay On 'Nashville'? Joseph David-Jones Is Maddie's New Love Interest |publisher=Romper.com |date=January 18, 2017 |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref> |
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== Early life and |
== Early life and career == |
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David-Jones was born in 1993, in Los Angeles, and grew up in [[Florence, Kentucky]].{{citation needed|date=February 2020}} He earned a full scholarship to the [[University of Kentucky]] where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.<ref name="AmFmMagazine">{{cite web |url=https://www.amfm-magazine.com/joseph-david-jones-on-nashville-upcoming-roman-israel-esq-and-new-denzel-washington-film-inner-city/ |title=Joseph David-Jones On "Nashville," Upcoming "Roman Israel, Esq" and New Denzel Washington Film "Inner City' |publisher=amfm-magazine |date=July 17, 2017 |accessdate=July 17, 2017 |archive-date=January 16, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210116113829/https://www.amfm-magazine.com/joseph-david-jones-on-nashville-upcoming-roman-israel-esq-and-new-denzel-washington-film-inner-city/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> While growing up, Jones began modeling with local Kentucky-based brands. During his time in college, he participated in the International Models & Talent competition in New York City. He won the "Actor of the Year" award. Three days later, he returned home and pursued his acting career.<ref name="TheNerdDaily">{{cite web|url=https://www.thenerddaily.com/joseph-david-jones-interview/ |title=Interview with Joseph David-Jones from 'Arrow' |publisher=The Nerd Daily |date=October 16, 2019 |accessdate=October 16, 2019}}</ref> |
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In 2016, he played Hollis in ''[[The Divergent Series: Allegiant]]''. He also played the role of John Diggle Jr. on [[The CW]] series ''[[Legends of Tomorrow]]''. Other film roles he was in included films ''[[Detroit (film)|Detroit]]'' and ''[[Roman J. Israel, Esq.]]''.<ref name="chilledmagazine" /><ref name="techtimes">{{cite web|url=https://www.techtimes.com/articles/137407/20160229/interview-joseph-david-jones-discusses-connor-hawkes-legends-of-tomorrow-appearance-and-allegiant.htm |title=Interview: Joseph David-Jones Discusses Connor Hawke's 'Legends Of Tomorrow' Appearance And 'Allegiant' |publisher=Tech Times |date=February 29, 2016 |accessdate=February 29, 2016}}</ref> He reprised the role of Connor Hawke on ''[[Arrow (TV series)| Arrow]]''. He was upgraded to [[series regular]] for the [[Arrow (season 8) |final season]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2019/06/arrow-joseph-david-jones-promoted-series-regular-final-season-the-cw-drama-season-8-1202627136/ |title='Arrow': Joseph-David Jones Upped To Series Regular For Final Season Of the CW Drama |publisher=Deadline |date=June 4, 2019 |accessdate=June 4, 2019}}</ref> |
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In 2024, it was announced that David-Jones would portray [[Jackie Jackson]] in the upcoming 2025 biopic [[Michael (2025 film)|Michael]], based on the life and career of [[Michael Jackson]]. |
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Throughout his career, Jones has landed roles on a handful of series including: Amazon's ''Hysteria'', CBS' ''Intelligence'' and Fox's ''America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back.'' In 2016, he played Hollis in [[The Divergent Series: Allegiant]]. Other film roles include critically acclaimed films ''[[Detroit (film)|Detroit]]'' and ''[[Roman J. Israel, Esq.]]''.<ref name="chilledmagazine" /> Recently, he played the role of Connor Hawke on The CW superhero television show ''[[Arrow (TV series)| Arrow]]''.<ref name="techtimes">{{cite web|url=https://www.techtimes.com/articles/137407/20160229/interview-joseph-david-jones-discusses-connor-hawkes-legends-of-tomorrow-appearance-and-allegiant.htm |title=Interview: Joseph David-Jones Discusses Connor Hawke's 'Legends Of Tomorrow' Appearance And 'Allegiant' |publisher=techtimes.com |date=February 29, 2016 |accessdate=February 29, 2016}}</ref> |
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==Personal |
==Personal life== |
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David-Jones resides in Los Angeles, California. He finds joy filling his downtime with various musical endeavors, playing the guitar and piano. On the charity side, he sponsors and donates to the Save the Children Foundation, which brings support and necessities to children living in underprivileged environments.<ref name="chilledmagazine">{{cite web|url=https://chilledmagazine.com/chillin-with-joseph-david-jones |title=CHILLIN' WITH JOSEPH DAVID-JONES |publisher=Chilled |date=December 5, 2019 |accessdate=December 5, 2019}}</ref> |
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==Filmography== |
==Filmography== |
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Joseph David-Jones | |
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Born | Joseph David-Jones December 22, 1993 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2011 – present |
Known for | Arrow |
Joseph David-Jones (born December 22, 1993)[1] is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas Nashville and Arrow.[2][3]
Early life and career
David-Jones was born in 1993, in Los Angeles, and grew up in Florence, Kentucky.[citation needed] He earned a full scholarship to the University of Kentucky where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.[4] While growing up, Jones began modeling with local Kentucky-based brands. During his time in college, he participated in the International Models & Talent competition in New York City. He won the "Actor of the Year" award. Three days later, he returned home and pursued his acting career.[5] In 2016, he played Hollis in The Divergent Series: Allegiant. He also played the role of John Diggle Jr. on The CW series Legends of Tomorrow. Other film roles he was in included films Detroit and Roman J. Israel, Esq..[6][7] He reprised the role of Connor Hawke on Arrow. He was upgraded to series regular for the final season.[8]
In 2024, it was announced that David-Jones would portray Jackie Jackson in the upcoming 2025 biopic Michael, based on the life and career of Michael Jackson.
Personal life
David-Jones resides in Los Angeles, California. He finds joy filling his downtime with various musical endeavors, playing the guitar and piano. On the charity side, he sponsors and donates to the Save the Children Foundation, which brings support and necessities to children living in underprivileged environments.[6]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2011 | Barely Legal | Brian | Credited as Jo Jo Jones |
2011 | Blackbird | Party Break Dancer | Credited as Jo Jo Jones |
2012 | Fallback | Mali | Credited as Jo Jo Jones |
2011 | 5th Street | Big Al | Credited as Jo Jo Jones |
2014 | 3 Minutes | C-Dog | |
2016 | The Divergent Series: Allegiant | Hollis | |
2017 | Detroit | Morris | |
2017 | Roman J. Israel, Esq. | Marcus Jones | |
2025 | Michael | Jackie Jackson | Filming |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2011 | America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back | Kilo Doss | Episode: "50 Fugitives, 50 States Special Edition" Credited as Jo Jo Jones |
2014 | Intelligence | Lance Corporal | Episode: "Red X" |
2014 | Hysteria | Deante Sanstreet | Episode: "Pilot" |
2016 | Legends of Tomorrow | John Diggle Jr. / Connor Hawke / Green Arrow (Earth-16) | 2 episodes |
2017–2018 | Nashville | Clayton Carter | 14 episodes |
2018 | Medal of Honor | Jonesy | Episode: "Edward Carter" |
2019–2020 | Arrow | Connor Hawke | Recurring role (season 7), main role (season 8); 13 episodes |
2021–2022 | 4400 | Jharrel Mateo | Main role |
References
- ^ Joseph David-Jones [@Josephdjones] (December 22, 2019). "Today is my Birthday"" (Tweet). Retrieved May 10, 2022 – via Twitter.
- ^ "'Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment". Aol.com. Retrieved July 21, 2017.
- ^ "Who Plays Clay On 'Nashville'? Joseph David-Jones Is Maddie's New Love Interest". Romper.com. January 18, 2017. Retrieved July 21, 2017.
- ^ "Joseph David-Jones On "Nashville," Upcoming "Roman Israel, Esq" and New Denzel Washington Film "Inner City'". amfm-magazine. July 17, 2017. Archived from the original on January 16, 2021. Retrieved July 17, 2017.
- ^ "Interview with Joseph David-Jones from 'Arrow'". The Nerd Daily. October 16, 2019. Retrieved October 16, 2019.
- ^ a b "CHILLIN' WITH JOSEPH DAVID-JONES". Chilled. December 5, 2019. Retrieved December 5, 2019.
- ^ "Interview: Joseph David-Jones Discusses Connor Hawke's 'Legends Of Tomorrow' Appearance And 'Allegiant'". Tech Times. February 29, 2016. Retrieved February 29, 2016.
- ^ "'Arrow': Joseph-David Jones Upped To Series Regular For Final Season Of the CW Drama". Deadline. June 4, 2019. Retrieved June 4, 2019.
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