J Gaven Wilde
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About
Actor known for his work in HBO's hit comedy series The Righteous Gemstones along with his roles in Halloween Kills, Bad Candy, and The Black Phone.
Before Fame
He had an interest in entertainment and acting from a young age. He started posting skits on YouTube before he began pursuing acting and film training in Atlanta. He began appearing in films with his first onscreen role being Testing in 2017. His big break was being cast for The Righteous Gemstones in 2019 followed by his appearance in the hit horror film The Black Phone in 2021.
Trivia
His first acting work was an uncredited role in Stranger Things in 2017. He is also a writer and a VFX artist. He cowrote the 2025 horror short film Germaphobia.
Family Life
His full name is Jacob Gaven Wilde. He is one of five siblings. He grew up in Conyers, Georgia but relocated to Atlanta to pursue his acting career.
Associated With
He appeared alongside Mason Thames, Miguel Cazarez Mora, and Ethan Hawke in The Black Phone in 2021.
