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About Shaw
Shaw Jones is a stage and screen actor known for his captivating performances. He can be seen on Amazon Prime with leading roles in the feature films Proximity—praised by Rolling Stone’s Peter Travers—and Blue, for which he has earned two Best Actor awards.
On television, Shaw has built an impressive resume with appearances on Your Honor, Star Trek: Picard, The Upshaws, NCIS, Criminal Minds, Snowfall, Grace and Frankie, The Affair, 911, The Cool Kids, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, For All Mankind, and a recurring role on Jimmy Kimmel Live, among many others.
In theater, Shaw is preparing to star in the explosive Off-Broadway drama Wounded at the renowned SoHo Playhouse, opening in March 2025. His previous stage credits include No Place to Be Somebody at the WACO Theater and portraying Lee Harvey Oswald in Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins.
Born and raised in Memphis, TN, Shaw discovered his passion for acting during his college years at Southern Methodist University, where he majored in Psychology and Business. His journey into acting was shaped by formative experiences, including overcoming bullying and recovering from a near-paralyzing back injury, which instilled resilience and a drive to succeed.
Shaw’s approach to acting is rooted in authenticity, thorough research, and emotional depth. Whether on stage or screen, he strives to move audiences through organic and natural performances. Currently, Shaw is developing a short film based on his days as a young boxer and a one-man play inspired by his family’s real-life struggles and triumphs.
Beyond his professional achievements, Shaw is a husband and dedicated father to two sons, finding joy in sports and family life. His legacy goal is to inspire others through his craft and demonstrate that perseverance and authenticity can lead to meaningful success.