Jay Hayden Biography: Wife, Height, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Movies, Ethnicity, Awards, Instagram

Jay Hayden, born Jonathan Hayden, is an American actor best known for his roles in Shondaland productions, particularly as firefighter Travis Montgomery on the long-running Grey’s Anatomy spinoff Station 19 and as Danny Yoon on The Catch.

With a career spanning television, film, and stage, he has built a reputation for versatile performances across comedy, drama, and procedural series, while also pursuing interests in business and family life.

Jay Hayden
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jonathan Hayden
Stage Name:	Jay Hayden
Born:	20 February 1987 (age 39 years old)
Place of Birth:	Northfield, Vermont
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Mixed Korean and Irish
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	Sunja Hayden and Dave Hayden
Spouse:	Nikki Danielle Moore (m. 2005–2020)
Relationship:	Dating
Children:	Amelia Hayden, Hasey Hayden
Occupation:	Actor
Net Worth:	$1-3 million

Early Life and Education

Jay Hayden entered the world on February 20, 1987, in Northfield, Vermont, to parents Sunja Hayden and Dave Hayden. He grew up in the small town alongside any siblings whose details remain limited publicly.

Hayden attended the University of Vermont on a soccer scholarship, initially majoring in English before shifting focus to theater and acting. He is of mixed Korean and Irish descent, and his religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Jay Hayden began his acting journey with small guest spots on shows like How I Met Your Mother and The Suite Life on Deck in the late 2000s.

Early film work included a role in The House Bunny (2008), followed by his first lead in the horror film State of Emergency (2011).

He gained more visibility starring in the Hulu mockumentary series Battleground (2012) and later secured a series regular role as Danny Yoon on The Catch (2016–2017).

These opportunities showcased his range in both comedic and dramatic material while he continued taking on recurring parts in series such as Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, SEAL Team, and One Day at a Time.

His longest and most prominent run came as Travis Montgomery on Station 19 (2018–2024), where he appeared in over 100 episodes and crossed over to the parent series Grey’s Anatomy.

Hayden has expanded into additional projects, including a recurring role as Special Agent Tyler Booth on FBI: International starting in 2024.

Beyond performing, he co-owns a construction company, reflecting a practical side that balances his Hollywood pursuits. His steady presence in network television highlights a career built on reliability and adaptability across genres.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jayhayden00

Personal Life

Jay Hayden, 39 years old and 1.83 m tall, was married to actress Nikki Danielle Moore from 2005 until their divorce in 2020 (finalized around 2021). The couple share two children, daughter Amelia and son Hasey.

He has been in a relationship with actress Jaina Lee Ortiz, his Station 19 co-star. Hayden maintains a low-key approach to his private life, focusing on fatherhood and personal interests outside of acting.

Net Worth

Jay Hayden has an estimated net worth in the range of $1-3 million. Primary sources of income include his long-term television roles, particularly on Station 19, along with film appearances, commercials, and business ventures such as his co-owned construction company.

Filmography

• The House Bunny (2008)
• State of Emergency (2011)
• Wild Oats (2016)
• Monolith (2016)
• Undrafted (2016)
• LX 2048 (2020)