Date of Birth: May 28, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Jake Johnson is an American actor, comedian, and writer best known for his role as Nick Miller on the hit television series “New Girl.” He was born Mark Jake Johnson Weinberger in Evanston, Illinois. Johnson attended New Trier High School and later enrolled at the University of Iowa, where he studied writing. He moved to New York City to pursue a career in entertainment, initially focusing on writing before transitioning to acting. Johnson’s breakthrough came with “New Girl” in 2011, where his portrayal of the lovable but often bumbling Nick Miller earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. In addition to his television work, Johnson has had a successful film career, appearing in movies like “Safety Not Guaranteed,” “Jurassic World,” and “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” where he voiced the character of Peter B. Parker. Beyond acting, Johnson has also taken on roles behind the camera, including co-writing and starring in the film “Digging for Fire.” He continues to be an influential figure in Hollywood, known for his versatility and ability to bring depth and humor to his characters.
5 Interesting Facts about Jake Johnson
1. Jake Johnson co-wrote the screenplay for the indie film “Digging for Fire” with director Joe Swanberg.
2. He voiced the character of Peter B. Parker in the critically acclaimed animated film “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
3. Johnson initially moved to New York City to become a playwright before switching to acting.
4. He has a twin brother named Dan and an older sister named Rachel.
5. Johnson’s first major break came when he starred in the film “Safety Not Guaranteed.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jake Johnson
1. “The key to life is to be happy with or without money.”
2. “I try to give everything my best shot, whether it’s a small role or a leading role.”
3. “The thing I love about acting is the transformation.”
4. “I think it’s important to laugh at yourself and not take life too seriously.”
5. “I like to take risks and push myself out of my comfort zone.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Highest net worth achieved: $8 million
Children
Jake Johnson has two children, twin daughters born in 2014, with his wife, Erin Payne.
Relevant Links
1. [Jake Johnson IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1423955/
2. [Jake Johnson on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jake_Johnson
3. [Jake Johnson Interview on Vulture](https://www.vulture.com/2018/12/jake-johnson-interview.html
4. [Jake Johnson on Twitter](https://twitter.com/MrJakeJohnson
5. [Jake Johnson on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mrjakejohnson/
