Who is Brandon Scott Jones?
Brandon Scott Jones, born on June 6, 1984, in Bel Air, Maryland, is an American actor, comedian, and writer. He is widely recognized for playing Captain Isaac Higgintoot in the CBS series “Ghosts” and Donny in the Warner Bros./Netflix movie “Isn’t It Romantic.” Jones has also made appearances in hit TV shows like “The Good Place” and “The Other Two.” A frequent performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, he was named one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2015. In addition to acting, he co-wrote and starred in the film “Senior Year.”
Brandon Scott Jones age and birthday
Scott Jones was born on June 6, 1984, in Bel Air, Maryland, making his zodiac sign Gemini.
Brandon Scott Jones height and weight
Jones stands at 5’11” (1.80 m) with a medium build, brown hair, and blue eyes.
Brandon Scott Jones educational background
Scott Jones attended Northeast Guilford High School before studying at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts. He has also been a regular performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in both New York and Los Angeles.
Brandon Scott Jones spouse and children
Scott Jones is unmarried, single, and has no children.
Brandon Scott Jones parents and siblings
Jones was born to Kimberly Scott Jones and Reid Jones, and he spent the majority of his childhood in McLeansville, North Carolina.
Brandon Scott Jones career, movies and comedy
Scott Jones, born on June 6, 1984, in Bel Air, Maryland, studied at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts and became a regular performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in both New York and Los Angeles. His comedic talent earned him recognition as one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2015. Jones gained widespread attention for his portrayal of Captain Isaac Higgintoot in the CBS series “Ghosts,” for which he received a Critics’ Choice Television Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
Jones has appeared in several films, including “Isn’t It Romantic” (2019) as Donny, “Senior Year” (2022) where he co-wrote and starred as Mr. T, and “Renfield” (2023) as Mark. Other notable film roles include Glen in “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” (2018) and Audience Chuck in “Don’t Think Twice” (2016). His television appearances include playing John Wheaton in “The Good Place” (2019-2020), Curtis Paltrow in “The Other Two” (2019-2023), Dr. Ness in “Schooled” (2019), and a hairdresser in “Broad City” (2016).
In addition to acting, Jones has showcased his improvisational skills at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre and expanded his career into writing and producing. He co-wrote and co-produced projects like “The Other Two” and “Senior Year,” cementing his reputation as a versatile figure in both comedy and drama within the entertainment industry.
Brandon Scott Jones net worth and salary
As of 2024, Brandon Jones has a net worth of $2 million, largely attributed to his acting career in television, movies, and theater. For his role as Captain Isaac Higgintoot in the CBS series “Ghosts,” his salary rose from $35,000-$55,000 per episode in the first two seasons to $100,000 per episode in season three.
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