Jay Reeves

Jay Reeves, born on June 25, 1994, in Newark, New Jersey, began his acting career in 2014, making his on-screen debut with an appearance in the TV series ‘Jewvangelist’. Over the subsequent years, he steadily built a portfolio of acting credits across television and film. His early work included guest appearances in series such as ‘Crowded’, ‘F*ck Yes’, ‘K.C. Undercover’, and ‘Newsreaders’, demonstrating his versatility in various roles.

His career gained notable momentum with his recurring role as Shawn Scott on The CW’s drama series ‘All American’, which he continued from 2018 to 2019, and returned in 2024 for an additional episode. This role brought him wider recognition for his portrayal of a complex character. Concurrently, Reeves expanded into film, securing roles such as Peanut in the action film ‘The Tax Collector’ (2020), which featured prominent actors. A significant turning point in his career arrived with his lead role as Ray McElrathbey in the Disney+ biographical film ‘Safety’ (2020), where he depicted a college football player, further establishing his presence in the industry.

Beyond acting, Reeves has also ventured into production and writing. He served as an associate producer for an episode of the drama ‘Monogamy or Me’ and took on multiple roles as both writer and producer for the short film ‘South Central’. His career progression is marked by a consistent trajectory of taking on diverse projects, from lead roles in major films to behind-the-scenes creative work, culminating in recent and upcoming projects like ‘The Six Triple Eight’ (2024), ‘Doing Life’ (2025), and the Netflix drama series ‘Nemesis’ (2025).