Jeremy London: A Profile in Performance
An in-depth exploration of the career, life, and roles of the American actor, Jeremy London.
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Actor Profile
Personal Details
Jeremy Michael London, born November 7, 1972, is an American actor. He is recognized for his significant contributions to television and film.
Key Roles
London is widely known for his regular roles in popular television series such as Party of Five, 7th Heaven, and I'll Fly Away. His film credits include a notable starring role in the 1995 comedy Mallrats and a supporting role in the Civil War epic Gods and Generals.
Directorial Debut
In addition to his acting career, London ventured into directing with the 2013 horror film The Devil's Dozen, in which he also performed.
Early Life and Family Background
Origins and Upbringing
Born in San Diego, California, Jeremy Michael London was raised primarily in DeSoto, Texas. His mother, Debbie, worked as a waitress, and his father, Frank, was a sheet metal worker. The family relocated frequently during his childhood, experiencing thirteen moves in six years following his parents' divorce.[1]
Sibling Connections
London shares an identical twin brother, Jason, who is also an actor and is older by 27 minutes. While Jeremy has predominantly focused on television roles, Jason has primarily pursued a career in feature films. The twins have collaborated professionally on only one occasion, appearing together in an episode of 7th Heaven. They also competed for the same role early in their careers, with Jason securing the part in The Man in the Moon, leading Jeremy to serve as his brother's stunt double.[1]
Family Tragedy
The London family experienced a profound loss when their younger sister, Dedra, who was also pursuing acting, tragically died in a car accident in 1992 at the age of 16.[2]
Professional Career Trajectory
Television Beginnings
London's early major television roles included portraying Nathaniel Bedford on the critically acclaimed drama series I'll Fly Away from 1991 to 1993. His brother, Jason, notably stepped in for Jeremy in the show's final episode.[1]
Breakthrough Roles
In 1995, London took on the role of T.S. Quint in Kevin Smith's second film, Mallrats. Subsequently, he joined the cast of the Fox series Party of Five, portraying Griffin Holbrook for three seasons. He later played Chandler Hampton, a young minister, on 7th Heaven from 2002 to 2004. His character on 7th Heaven had a father diagnosed with lung cancer, a parallel to personal experiences within Jeremy's own family.[1]
Reality Television and Directing
London participated in the fourth season of VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, which aired in late 2010 and early 2011, documenting his treatment for addiction.[3] He later made his directorial debut with the 2013 horror film The Devil's Dozen, also appearing in the film.[1]
Personal Life and Challenges
Marriages and Family
Jeremy London has been married three times. His first marriage was to Astrid Rossol from 1996 to 2002. He later married Melissa Cunningham in September 2006; they divorced five years later and share a son named Lyrik. In June 2014, London married Juliet Reeves, with whom he has a son, Wyatt, born in June 2014.[4][5]
Alleged Kidnapping Incident
In June 2010, London reported a highly unusual incident where he claimed to have been kidnapped, forced to drive for 12 hours, and compelled to purchase alcohol and use drugs. Despite his insistence on the reality of the event, his mother and brother publicly expressed doubt, leading Jeremy to file a restraining order against them, which was ultimately denied by a judge.[6]
Legal Issues
London's personal life has also involved legal challenges. He was charged with spousal battery in 2012 following an incident with his then-wife. In 2018, he was arrested on allegations of domestic violence.[8]
Comprehensive Filmography
Acting Credits
The following table details Jeremy London's acting roles across television films, series, and feature films.
References
Source Material
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References
- Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, Episode 4.3, Vh1, December 8, 2010
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