Montana Jordan
Montana Jordan | |
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| Born | March 8, 2003[1][2] Longview, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | Young Sheldon Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage |
Montana Jordan (born March 8, 2003) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Georgie Cooper in the The Big Bang Theory franchise, appearing in Young Sheldon (2017–2024). He reprises the role in the spin-off Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (2024–present).
Early life and career
[edit]Born in Longview, Texas, Jordan was raised in Ore City, Texas.[3][4]
In October 2015, Jordan was cast in his first role, being selected for the role of Jaden in the Jody Hill-directed film The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter, in which Josh Brolin plays his father and Danny McBride plays a friend;[3] it was released in March 2018.[3][5]
In March 2017, Jordan was cast as Sheldon Cooper's older brother George "Georgie" Cooper, Jr. in The Big Bang Theory spin-off Young Sheldon.[6] His character evolved to main character status over the course of the series' run, with Georgie's marriage to Mandy McAllister (Emily Osment) featured in the seventh and final season.[7]
In 2024, CBS ordered a spin-off series of Young Sheldon titled Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, which co-stars Jordan and Osment in the title roles.[8][9]
Personal life
[edit]Since at least 2021, Jordan has been in a relationship with Jenna Weeks, a social media personality. In May 2024, they announced the birth of their daughter.[10][11]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2017–2024 | Young Sheldon | George "Georgie" Cooper Jr. | Main role; 141 episodes Nominated – Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a TV Series by a Supporting Teen Actor (2018)[12] |
| 2018 | The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter | Jaden Ferguson | Filmed in 2015 |
| The Big Bang Theory | George "Georgie" Cooper Jr. | Episode: "The VCR Illumination" | |
| 2024 | Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage | Main role |
References
[edit]- ^ "Paramount Press Express | CBS Entertainment | Young Sheldon | Talent". Paramount Press Express. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
- ^ "'Young Sheldon' Star Montana Jordan Becomes Dad At 21". Daily Jang. May 23, 2024. Retrieved May 27, 2024.
- ^ a b c Evans, Glenn (November 9, 2015). "Ore City student to co-star in Josh Brolin Movie". Longview News-Journal. Archived from the original on September 23, 2018. Retrieved April 21, 2018.
- ^ "Montana Jordan". TV Guide. Retrieved January 30, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 14, 2018). "'The Legacy Of A Whitetail Deer Hunter': Jody Hill & Danny McBride's "Poor Man's 'Revenant'" – SXSW". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 21, 2018. Retrieved April 21, 2018.
- ^ Hargett, Kenley (March 14, 2017). "Ore City teen makes his way to Hollywood". KYTX News. Archived from the original on April 21, 2018. Retrieved April 21, 2018.
- ^ Macke, Johnni (April 8, 2024). "Montana Jordan Says Young Sheldon Ends With 'A Bang,' Talks Spinoff". Us Weekly. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (March 5, 2024). "CBS Orders 'Young Sheldon' Georgie & Mandy Spinoff Series Starring Montana Jordan And Emily Osment". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
- ^ Alexander, Bryan. "How 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage' mirrors real-life wedding, baby for its stars". USA Today. Retrieved October 18, 2024.
- ^ Acebuche, Yoniel (January 3, 2024). "'Young Sheldon' star Montana Jordan is expecting first baby with Jenna Weeks". The Philippine Star. Manila. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
- ^ Sacks, Hannah (May 22, 2024). "Young Sheldon's Montana Jordan Welcomes First Baby with Girlfriend Jenna Weeks: 'Momma and Daddy Love You'". People Magazine. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
- ^ "39YAA". youngartistacademy.info. Retrieved July 16, 2024.
External links
[edit]- Montana Jordan at IMDb
- Montana Jordan on Instagram
- Montana Jordan on CBS / Paramount
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