Jon Prescott Biography

Fast Facts

• Prescott has competed in several marathons and has learned how to perform the specialized hobby of cave diving
• Earned his B․A․ in Theatre Studies and Music from Emerson College
• Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, he learned whitewater kayaking, mountain climbing, skiing and rock climbing
• Trained at Playhouse West and Margie Haber Studios
• Known for appearing in "The Holiday," "Howl" and "The One․"
• On the stage, he played leading roles in "Memorial Day," "Played," "Welcome Home Soldier" and "Ernest in Love․"
• Went for a polar bear swim in the waters of the Arctic Sea
• Climbed to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro with his father
• His skills include playing the piano and guitar and making ceramics
• Was featured in a 2006 article in "The Hollywood Reporter" titled "People: Casting Call․"