Jay Will Biography: Age, Parents, Net Worth, Siblings, Height, Nationality, Awards, Movies, Girlfriend

Jay Will is an American actor and musician known for his role as Tyson Mitchell in Tulsa King and his breakout performance as Rob Peace in the 2024 film Rob Peace.

Profile

• Full Name: Joseph Watson
• Stage Name: Jay Will
• Born: April 17, 1997
• Age: 28 years old
• Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Rapper, Musician
• Height: 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
• Religion: Christian
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Watson
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $800,000 to $950,000

Early Life & Education

Jay Will was born on April 17, 1997, in New York City, New York, and grew up with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Watson.

Not much is known about his family, as he keeps those details private. He was raised in a middle-class home in New York City, where he found his love for acting and music as a kid.

His religion is Christian, which he learned growing up, and it’s part of his life. His ethnicity is mixed, with African descent, and he’s proud of his American roots, often showing love for his city’s vibrant culture.

Jay went to school in New York City, though he hasn’t shared specific details about his early education. He studied acting at The Juilliard School, graduating with a BFA in Acting in 2021. At Juilliard, he trained hard in theater, performing in plays like Life Is a Dream and Macbeth.

He also attended the British American Drama Academy in Oxford in 2019 and took part in YoungArts Week, learning from top theater coaches.

Career

Jay Will started his career as a theater artist, performing in stage shows at places like Sakas Theater. He entered the film industry with minor roles in short films, such as Cineastes (2014) and Champion (2015).

His TV debut came in 2022 with a role as James in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon Prime, picked by casting director Cindy Tolan.

That same year, he played Tyson Mitchell, a driver, in Tulsa King on Paramount+, starring alongside Sylvester Stallone, which made him more well-known.

In 2024, Jay landed the lead role of Rob Peace in Rob Peace, directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, with co-stars Mary J. Blige and Camila Cabello.

The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and critics called his performance “moving” and a “breakthrough role.”

He also played Alvaro in It Doesn’t Matter (2024), a mockumentary with Christopher Abbott. Jay’s also a rapper and musician, performing under names like RoyStar SoundSick and Young Phebus, sharing his music on YouTube. He’s proud to represent New York’s energy in his work.

Awards & Nominations

• 2016: YoungArts Performance Gold Winner in Theatre

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @jaywillmusic
• YouTube channel: Jay Will

Personal Life

Jay Will, 28, lives in New York City and is single, keeping his personal life private. He hasn’t shared anything about a girlfriend or past relationships, focusing instead on his career.

His height is 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm), and he stays active, often hanging out with co-stars and friends.

Jay loves music, writing rap songs, and performing.

Net Worth

Jay Will’s net worth is estimated at $800,000 to $950,000.

He earns money from acting in TV and films, like Tulsa King and Rob Peace, plus his music projects and social media work.

His growing fame in Hollywood continues to drive his income upward.

Filmography

• Cineastes (2014) – Short film
• Champion (2015) – Short film
• Zero (2018) – Supporting role
• Word Is Bond (2018) – Supporting role
• Ladies Like Us: The Rise of Neighborhood Watch (2018) – Supporting role
• Buffed Up!: The Movie (2019) – Supporting role
• Rob Peace (2024) – Rob Peace
• It Doesn’t Matter (2024) – Alvaro
• The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2022) – James
• Evil (2022) – Guest role
• Tulsa King (2022) – Tyson Mitchell