Jackson Robert

Jackson Robert Scott was born on September 18, 2008, in Phoenix, Arizona. He began his acting career in 2015 with a guest role as Cole Vasquez in the CBS TV series, “Criminal Minds.” His early career also included an appearance as Young Troy Otto in AMC’s “Fear the Walking Dead.” Scott received training through the CGTV acting program, where he developed various acting techniques, including improvisation. He is also proficient in Mandarin Chinese and enjoys playing soccer and baseball.

Scott gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Georgie Denbrough in the 2017 remake of Stephen King’s “It.” Following this breakthrough, he secured a series regular role as Bode Locke in the Netflix series “Locke & Key,” which ran from 2020 to 2022. He also starred in the title role of the 2019 Orion Pictures/MGM thriller “The Prodigy,” playing Miles Blume alongside Taylor Schilling. His filmography further includes roles in the Academy Award-winning short film “Skin” (2018), where he played Troy, and “Gossamer Folds” (2020), where he played Tate Millikin. He reprised his role as Georgie in “It: Chapter Two” (2019) and appeared in “Jesus Revolution” (2023) as Young Greg.

His career progression highlights include diverse roles across horror, drama, and television series, showcasing his versatility as a young actor. Scott’s ability to tackle complex characters, from a haunting horror victim to a comedic and curious child, has been a defining aspect of his work. He has collaborated with notable directors such as Andy Muschietti and Nicholas McCarthy, establishing himself in both film and television. His role as Bode Locke is particularly noteworthy, as writers incorporated aspects of his real-life personality into the character, allowing for a more authentic portrayal.