Matthew Jeffers Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Career, Partner

Matthew August Jeffers, widely known as Matthew Jeffers, is an American actor, producer, motivational speaker, and disability advocate.

He is best known for his performances in Unidentified Objects, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, New Amsterdam, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, FBI, and The Blacklist. His inspiring career has made him one of Hollywood’s leading actors advocating for disability representation on screen.

Matthew Jeffers
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Matthew August Jeffers
Stage Name:	Matthew Jeffers
Born:	June 1, 1991 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	White (American)
Height:	4 feet 2 inches (127 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. Jeffers and Marcie Jeffers
Spouse:	Leah Diamant
Relationship:	Dating
Occupation:	Actor, Producer, Motivational Speaker
Net Worth:	$1 million

Early Life and Education

Matthew August Jeffers was born on June 1, 1991, in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. He was raised by Mr. Jeffers and Marcie Jeffers and belongs to the White American ethnic group. He practices Christianity. There is no information about his siblings.

During infancy, he was diagnosed with dwarfism, a condition that led to numerous surgeries throughout his childhood. Despite these challenges, he remained determined to pursue his dreams.

He graduated from Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community High School in 2009 before enrolling at Towson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Acting, graduating cum laude in 2013. His formal education provided the foundation for his successful acting career.

Career

Matthew Jeffers began his professional acting career with guest appearances in television productions before steadily establishing himself in the entertainment industry. Early roles in The Blacklist, FBI, and New Amsterdam showcased his talent and versatility, earning him recurring opportunities on network television. His portrayal of Dr. Mark Walsh in New Amsterdam introduced him to a wider audience and became one of his most recognizable television roles.

His breakthrough came with the independent film Unidentified Objects (2022), in which he starred as Peter while also serving as a producer. The critically acclaimed performance demonstrated his ability to lead a feature film.

He later portrayed Nat in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, further expanding his international recognition. Matthew has also appeared in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Great Performances, and continues to work across television, film, theatre, and motivational speaking, advocating for greater disability representation in the entertainment industry.

Social Media

• Instagram: @matthew_august_jeffers

Personal Life

Matthew Jeffers has been in a relationship with Leah Diamant. There is no information about his past relationship. He does not have any children.

Matthew Jeffers, 35 years old, enjoys motivational speaking, travelling, reading, theatre, and inspiring people living with disabilities through his public appearances. He stands at 4 feet 2 inches (127 cm).

Net Worth

Matthew Jeffers has a net worth of $1 million USD. His primary sources of income include acting in television series, films, theatre productions, producing independent films, motivational speaking engagements, and brand collaborations. His successful performances in New Amsterdam, Unidentified Objects, and The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live have contributed significantly to his growing career and financial success.

Filmography

Films

• Exit Interview (2016)
• Unidentified Objects (2022)

Television

• The Blacklist (2015)
• FBI (2021)
• New Amsterdam (2018–2023)
• The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2022–2023)
• Great Performances (2023)
• The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (2024)
• Mayfair Witches (2025)

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