Jake Johnson

Biography

Mark Jake Johnson Weinberger, born on May 28, 1978, is a prominent American actor renowned for his versatile roles in both film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Nick Miller on the Fox sitcom *New Girl*, which aired from 2011 to 2018. His performance in the series earned him a nomination for the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series in 2013.

In addition to his television success, Johnson lent his voice to a unique rendition of Spider-Man in the animated feature *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse* (2018) and reprised the role in its 2023 sequel. His film credits are diverse, including appearances in *Let's Be Cops* (2014), *Paper Heart* (2009), *Safety Not Guaranteed* (2012), *21 Jump Street* (2012), *Jurassic World* (2015), *The Mummy* (2017), and *Tag* (2018).

More recently, from 2022 to 2023, he starred in the comedy series *Minx*, showcasing his comedic talents. In 2023, Johnson took on a new challenge by making his directorial debut with the film *Self Reliance*, further establishing his multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.