As a child, Neil Jackson had no doubt that he would connect his life with sports. Fate decreed otherwise, which he did not have to regret. By 41, the talented actor managed to light up in about fifty films and TV shows. “Breakfast on Pluto”, “Alexander”, “Under the cover of night”, “Gymnasts”, “World of the Wild West”, “How I Met Your Mother” are the most famous of them. What is the story of the star?
Neil Jackson: family, childhood
The actor was born in the UK, it happened in March 1976. Neil Jackson comes from a large family that is not related to the world of cinema. Jackson has three brothers with whom he has a great relationship. The first years of the life of the Nile passed in Luton.
In childhood, Jackson could not imagine that he was destined to become a famous actor. The boy's passion was sports, especially tennis, swimming and rugby. The young athlete has repeatedly become the star of school competitions.
Interest in dramatic art appeared in his teens. Jackson played his first roles on the stage of the Youth National Theater.
Choosing a Life Path
After leaving school, Neil Jackson continued his education at the University of Wales Institute Cardiff. At that time, the young man had no doubt that sport was his vocation. Neal focused on boxing, won several impressive victories at national inter-university competitions.
Gradually, the sport bored the young man, he was tired of exhausting training and dietary restrictions. Jackson seriously thought about the acting profession, but did not know what steps in this direction he should take. Having learned about the competition of young authors, he wrote the script of the musical. The brainchild of the Nile attracted the attention of London producers, including Michael Armstrong. It was this man who convinced the failed athlete to enter the Acting Academy and acquire the necessary acting skills. Jackson graduated from this institution in 2002.
TV Shooting
Neil Jackson's path to fame began with episodic roles in the series. The first television projects with the participation of the actor are listed below.
- "Heartbeat".
- "The silent witness."
- "Stargate: 3B-1."
- "Dream Team".
- "Special Forces Elite."
- "Red Riding Hood".
- The Last Detective.
- "Detective Rush."
- "Stargate: Atlantis."
- "Sweet feelings."
- "How I Met your mother".
The roles in the series from the above list did not turn the actor into a superstar, but he gained valuable experience, learned to work in front of the camera.
Great movie
Films with Neil Jackson also deserve attention. The first full-length film with the participation of the actor was presented to the audience court in 2004. Albeit a small but vivid role in the sensational historical drama Alexander, he received thanks to its creator Oliver Stone. The director drew attention to Jackson during the casting.
Next, Neil played a cameo role in the military action movie "The Last Landing", appeared in the sparkling comedy "Breakfast on Pluto." It should also be noted the actor’s participation in the thriller Vampires: Bloodlust. The image of Mr. Slate Jackson embodied in the film "Quantum of Solace", which continued the story of the adventures of the super agent James Bond. A small role went to Neil in the fantastic action movie "The Fifth Dimension".
Vivid roles
An interesting role went to the actor in the popular series "Blade". His character in this television project was a vampire named Marcus. Initially, Neil claimed a different role, which was less noticeable. However, he managed to impress the creators of the series, as a result of which he played precisely the charming ghoul Marcus.
Jackson acquired the status of a star when the series “Gymnasts” was presented to the audience court. The television project tells the story of three girls gymnasts who claim to win the national championship. Young athletes peacefully coexist with each other and even make friends, since they are united by a love of sports. This continues until a competitor appears in their company. It soon becomes apparent that peaceful life is a thing of the past.
In the series "Gymnasts" Jackson got one of the central roles. He convincingly played Sasha Belov.
Personal life
What happens in Neal Jackson’s personal life? The actor does not like to discuss this topic with representatives of the press, but something is still known. For several years now, the Gymnast star has been in a romantic relationship with Kylie Furno. Viewers can see this actress in the series Masters of Horrors.
What else to see
What other films and TV shows did Neil Jackson manage to star in by age 41? A list of other film and television projects in which he appeared is proposed below.
- "The cleaner."
- "Remember what will happen."
- "White collar".
- "You will meet a mysterious stranger."
- "Crackers."
- "Up and down the stairs."
- "In sight".
- The Vampire Saga.
- "Joe".
- "Light and shadow".
- Sleepy Hollow.
- "The ancients."
- "House with a secret."
- Granchester.
- "Blind spot".
- "Under the cover of night."
- "World of the Wild West."
- "Amnesia".
There is no information on further creative plans of the star.