Brokeback Mountain, The Day After Tomorrow, October Sky, Donnie Darko - films that make Jake Gyllenhaal known to the audience. The talented American actor, who recently celebrated his 35th birthday, has already managed to play about forty roles in films and TV shows. Thrillers, comedies, dramas, horror movies - a young man with pleasure tries himself in different genres, which makes studying his filmography particularly interesting. What is known about him?
Jake Gyllenhaal: childhood
The future actor was born in Los Angeles, it happened in December 1980. Jake Gyllenhaal already in childhood knew exactly who he would become when he grew up. Not surprising, given that the boy was born in a creative family. His mother, Naomi, was writing scripts; his father was successful as a director. Interestingly, the famous actress managed to become his older sister - Maggie.
Jake Gyllenhaal first appeared on the set as a child. Father gladly shot his son and daughter in episodes of his paintings. For example, the actor can be seen in the film "City dudes", in which he plays a small role. Despite the fact that Jake was born into a wealthy family, he combined his studies at school with work. Parents insisted on this, who feared that the son would grow up spoiled and lazy. In real life, he happened to try himself as a beach lifeguard, assistant to the waiter, cashier.
First successes
After graduating from school, Jake Gyllenhaal moved to New York and became a student at Columbia University. However, he never received a diploma from this educational institution, since his studies interfered with his actively developing acting career. The young man received his first noticeable role without the help of his father-director, which he is very proud of. He starred in the film "October Sky", which saw the light in 1999. His character Homer is the son of a simple miner who dreams of a better life. The hero is fond of rocket science, which is the reason for his conflict with his father, who believes that his son is obliged to continue his business.
The fantastic thriller Donnie Darko, released in 2001, also attracted the interest of viewers and critics to the talented young man. In this picture, Jake got one of the key roles, he embodied the image of a guy who is worried about mysterious visions. Interestingly, with him, Maggie's sister starred in this film. “Highway”, “Charming and Attractive”, “Bubble Boy”, “Good Girl” - after the release of Donnie Darko, Gyllenhaal had no problems finding roles. The blockbuster "The Day After Tomorrow" was successful, in which Jake in 2004 played one of the central characters.
Victories and defeats
Of course, Jake Gyllenhaal did not always get the role of his dream. The biography of the actor suggests that he claimed the role of Peter Parker in "Superman Returns." However, the creators of the fantastic tape preferred to entrust it to another person. The star also failed to embody the image of Bruce Wayne, whom he wanted to play in the movie "Batman: The Beginning."
Jake experienced a real triumph at the age of 25, when he played a key role in the film "Brokeback Mountain", shot by Ang Lee. The film, presented to the public in 2005, spoke about the drama of two cowboys in love with each other. The central characters were played by Gyllenhaal and Ledger. After the release of this picture, the leading performers appeared thousands of new fans. In addition, Jake won an Oscar nomination, as well as the title of one of the sexiest men in the world.
What else to see?
Why do thousands of viewers like Jake Gyllenhaal so much, the photos of which are presented in this article? It is possible that the public’s interest in the actor is also related to the fact that he always tries to play different roles. In the picture “Proof”, the young man embodied the image of a mathematics student, passionate about his chosen profession. In the drama The Marines, he played an aggressive marine.
Luck for Gyllenhaal was the participation in the filming of the thriller "Zodiac". In this hit, he tried on the image of a newspaper employee who is forced to search for a serial killer. The version of the thriller “Version” with his participation, which tells about secret American prisons, impressed the audience. New pictures in which the actor starred are also worthy of attention: “Enemy”, “Captives”, “Patrol”, “Source Code”.
Personal life
It’s no secret that the actor, who did not dare to tie his knot, is one of the most coveted bachelors of the United States. It is not surprising that among his former girlfriends there are many stars known throughout the world. For example, Kirsten Dunst and Jake Gyllenhaal began dating in 2002 after they were introduced to Maggie Gyllenhaal. Lovers starred in the film "Mona Lisa Smile". With Kirsten, Jake broke off in 2004. The reasons for the collapse of the relationship remain a mystery.
Another famous girl of the actor was Reese Witherspoon, with whom he began dating in 2007. Gyllenhaal was not embarrassed by the age difference, as well as the presence of children in his chosen one. He planned to marry her. However, Reese constantly postponed the wedding, which ultimately led to the separation. In addition, the press attributed to Jake novels with Natalie Portman, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Aniston. However, these rumors did not find confirmation. It is known that he met with Minka Kelly and Taylor Swift. At the moment, the heart of the famous bachelor is free, to the delight of his many fans.
Interesting Facts
What else is known about the talented actor, who is Jake Gyllenhaal? Interesting facts about his life have been occupied by journalists and fans for many years. The full name of the young man is Jacob Benjamin. However, friends and relatives always used only a shortened version. Among the star’s ancestors are Jews, Swedes, and even Russians. Paul Newman became Gillenhaal's godfather, his parents assigned the role of the godmother to Jamie Lee Curtis. Interestingly, it was Newman who taught his godson to drive a car.
Jake has an amazing hobby: he collects interesting recipes. The actor is happy to cook culinary masterpieces, preferring unusual dishes. He is also interested in basketball, trying not to miss a single important match.