Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall (born 7 July 1988) is an English comedian, actor, writer and television personality. He is a leading figure in the British entertainment industry and has appeared in successful films such as Noah’s Ark, Jungle CruiseAnd Poor education.
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- Full Name: Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall
- Stage Name: Jack Whitehall
- Date of birth: July 7, 1988
- Age: 36 years old
- Place of birth: London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Comedian, Actor, Writer and Television Personality
- Height: 5 feet
- Parents: Michael John Whitehall and Hilary Amanda Jane Whitehall
- Siblings: Molly Louisa and Barnaby William
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $20 million (USD)
Early life
Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall was born on 7 July 1988 in London, England. He is a British citizen by birth and by descent. Known professionally as Jack Whitehall, he comes from a family of entertainers. He is the son of actress Hilary Amanda Jane Whitehall (née Isbister) and television producer Michael John Whitehall.
Whitehall is the eldest of three children, with an older sister named Molly Louisa and an older brother named Barnaby William. Growing up, Whitehall’s mother worked as an actress in the British film industry while his father worked as a theatrical agent and television producer. The father-son dynamic is the main subject of their Netflix travel series Jack Whitehall: Traveling with my father.
Education
Whitehall attended prestigious British schools for his formal education. He attended Dragon School in Oxford and then Marlborough College, a prestigious independent school in Wiltshire.
He briefly attended the University of Manchester, where he studied History of Art. However, Whitehall did not complete his university education, dropping out to pursue a comedy career.
Career
Whitehall began his career in the entertainment industry when he was a young boy. He began his entertainment career as a child actor, appearing in television series Noah’s Ark in 1997. However, he only really became famous through the art of stand-up comedy.
He performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and was recognised for his comedy talent. His stand-up comedy career began with performances on various British television shows, including 8 out of 10 cats, mock weekAnd Living at Apollo.
In 2011, Whitehall played JP in the Channel 4 comedy series Fresh meatlasting until 2016. He gained further acclaim for his role as Alfie Wickers in the BBC Three sitcom Poor educationwhich he also co-wrote. The show led to a spin-off film, Bad Educational Moviereleased in 2015.
Whitehall’s career has gone beyond acting and stand-up comedy. He has hosted a number of television shows, including the BRIT Awards and a travel documentary series Jack Whitehall: Traveling with my fatherwhich he co-stars with his father, Michael. The show, which is available on Netflix, follows their world travels and highlights their humorous and often emotional father-son relationship.
In addition to television work, Whitehall has appeared in films such as Mother’s Day (2016), The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018), and Jungle Cruise (2021). He remains a prominent figure in British entertainment, known for his sharp wit and versatile acting ability.
List of movies played
- Jungle Cruise
- Mother’s Day
- The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
- Jack Whitehall: Traveling with my father
- Bad Educational Movie
- Living at Apollo
- mock week
Social media
He has 3.4 million followers on Instagram and 5.9 million followers on Twitter.
- Instagram Name: @jackwhitehall
- Twitter Username: @jackwhitehall
Personal life
Whitehall is a very handsome British entertainer, standing at five feet tall. He has never been married and his current relationship status remains a secret to the public.
He was in a relationship with actress Gemma Chan from 2011 to 2017. The couple met on the set of Fresh meat and were together for six years before splitting amicably.
Whitehall has joked about his dating life in his stand-up routines, often poking fun at himself and his experiences. He has addressed his upbringing and its influence on his comedy, speaking of his feelings of guilt about his privileged background, which he often uses as material in his stand-up routines.
Whitehall is a keen sportsman and is known to be an avid football fan. He is a proud supporter of Arsenal Football Club. He has also been open about his struggles with anxiety, particularly when performing and speaking in public. He has used his platform to discuss mental health issues and the importance of seeking help and support.
Net worth
Jack Whitehall has built a considerable fortune from his work as an actor and comedian.
His current net worth is estimated at around US$20 million.
