Jake Epstein

Jake Epstein is a Canadian actor and singer known for his impactful television roles and extensive stage career, spanning from Broadway productions to national tours. After gaining widespread recognition for his role as Craig Manning on the acclaimed television series Degrassi: The Next Generation, Jake Epstein appeared in five seasons from 2002 to 2007, earning a Gemini Award in 2003 for his portrayal of a musician grappling with parental abuse and bipolar disorder. Epstein made his professional stage debut in 1999 in Our Town at the Royal Alexandra Theatre, followed by playing the Artful Dodger in Oliver! at the Princess of Wales Theatre from 1999-2000.

Continuing his successful cabaret show, Boy Falls From the Sky played at the Royal Alexandra Theatre in 2022 and toured across Canada. Epstein has also become a familiar face in made-for-television movies, starring in Hallmark’s Eight Gifts of Hanukkah in 2021, The Wedding Contract in 2023, and additional features including What We Do for Love, Laughing All the Way, and Sincerely Truly Christmas in 2023. Known for his impactful television roles and extensive stage career, Jake Epstein continues to demonstrate his range across various platforms. He is slated to star as Frank Carter in the pre-Broadway engagement of Life After in 2025, further solidifying his standing as a prominent performer in both theatrical and on-screen productions.