Hailing from Dallas, Jake studied at the Young Actors Studio & Performing Arts Center. His career started off quickly when he landed lead parts in several films and guest starring TV roles, including a series regular spot on "Quintuplets" and a recurring role in "Run of the House." He's also guest starred on "Cold Case," "CSI: Miami," and "House." You might have seen him starring in "Bring It On: All or Nothing" with Hayden Panettiere, and in "Aquamarine" with Emma Roberts. He had a supporting role in "Live Free or Die Hard" with Bruce Willis and co starred in the 2008 indie short "Moment."