Gildart Jackson Biography

Fast Facts

• Started his career as an entertainment lawyer, but when his Beverly Hills firm asked him to be a partner, he decided that instead of tying himself to law he would shoot for his dreams of becoming an actor
• Quote: "[on "You"] "Making a film is a wonderful, rigorous, all consuming, intense, frenetic, thrilling voyage and as I look back what made our trip even more wonderful was that we were sailing together as a family․""
• His family, friends and in-laws all helped him make the film "You," many acting in the movie and others providing locations, help on set and catering services
• Casting director Sandi Logan cast him in several shows, including "Judging Amy," "Boomtown" and "Whodunnit․"
• Narrated an audio book by Anthony Zuiker called "Whodunnit? Murder at Mystery Manor․"
• Stated that his favorite board game is Clue, but that he first learned of the game in England where it is called Cluedo
• Enjoys listening to audio books when he is spending time at home between acting jobs