Date of Birth: March 5, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Jake Lloyd, born Jake Matthew Lloyd, is an American former actor best known for his portrayal of young Anakin Skywalker in “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace” (1999). Born in Fort Collins, Colorado, Lloyd began his acting career at a young age, appearing in various commercials and television shows. His breakout role in “The Phantom Menace” catapulted him to international fame, but the intense media scrutiny and fan backlash led him to retire from acting at the age of 12. He later pursued an education in film and psychology but struggled with mental health issues. Despite his early retirement from the industry, Lloyd remains a significant figure in the “Star Wars” community.
5 Interesting Facts about Jake Lloyd
1. Jake Lloyd was only 10 years old when he was cast as Anakin Skywalker in “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.”
2. He appeared in the film “Jingle All the Way” (1996) alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger before his role in “Star Wars.”
3. Lloyd retired from acting in 2001 due to bullying and the stress of constant media attention.
4. He attended Columbia College Chicago to study film and psychology.
5. In 2015, Lloyd was diagnosed with schizophrenia and has been receiving treatment since.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jake Lloyd
1. “I didn’t want to go into acting. I went back to school and wanted to be a normal kid.”
2. “My entire school life was really a living hell—and I had to do up to 60 interviews a day.”
3. “You can’t let people bring you down. You just have to keep moving forward.”
4. “Playing Anakin was an amazing experience, despite the challenges that came with it.”
5. “I’ve dealt with a lot of hardships, but I’ve also learned a lot about myself.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Jake Lloyd’s net worth was estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Jake Lloyd does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Jake Lloyd’s IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005157/
2. [Jake Lloyd’s Biography on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jake_Lloyd
3. [Interview with Jake Lloyd](https://www.starwars.com/news/interview-with-jake-lloyd
