Jarod Thompson is an actor born in Seoul, South Korea and current New
York, NY resident. He was raised in Gainesville, Florida and held jobs
in various fields such as medical, retail and restaurant service before
becoming an actor. He is also a musician who plays guitar, piano, bass
and drums. After participating in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as
a freshman in high school (Buchholz High School, Gainesville, Florida)
he knew that he wanted to live in New York City and pursue a career in
entertainment.
Is an avid musical theater fan. His favorite shows are Book of Mormon, Rent and The Lion King.
Was adopted when he was six months old and raised in Gainesville, Florida.
Is an avid sports fan and has coached high school football and basketball in Gainesville, Florida. He is a fan of the Florida State Seminoles, New York Yankees and Jacksonville Jaguars.