Older brother of twin actresses Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who has appeared in several of his sisters' video productions, such as The Case of the Mystery Cruise. He went on to become a writer for film and television.
He played himself in his sisters' 1995 video You're Invited to Mary-Kate & Ashley's Sleepover Party.
He attended high school in North Hollywood, California and went on to study at the University of Southern California.
He was born to Jarnette Jones and David Olsen in Sherman Oaks, California. In addition to Mary-Kate and Ashley, he also has a sister named Elizabeth.
He appeared as an extra in a 2003 film featuring rapper Snoop Dog.