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'''Joseph David-Jones''' (born 1989) is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas ''[[Nashville (2012 TV series)|Nashville]]'' and ''[[Arrow (TV series)|Arrow]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aol.com/article/entertainment/2017/01/26/nashville-joseph-david-jones-interview/21663633/ |title='Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment |publisher=Aol.com |date= |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref><ref name="monstersandcritics1">{{cite web|url=http://www.monstersandcritics.com/smallscreen/who-is-joseph-david-jones-who-plays-clayton-carter-on-nashville/ |title=Who is Joseph David-Jones who plays Clayton Carter on Nashville? |publisher=Monstersandcritics.com |date=June 1, 2017 |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.romper.com/p/who-plays-clay-on-nashville-joseph-david-jones-is-maddies-new-love-interest-31377 |title=Who Plays Clay On 'Nashville'? Joseph David-Jones Is Maddie's New Love Interest |publisher=Romper.com |date=January 18, 2017 |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref>
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| birth_name = Joseph David-Jones
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|mf=yes| December 22, 1993}}
| birth_place = [[Los Angeles, California]], U.S.
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| occupation = Actor
| years_active = 2011 – present
| known_for = ''[[Arrow (TV series)|Arrow]]''
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'''Joseph David-Jones''' (born December 22, 1993) is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas ''[[Nashville (2012 TV series)|Nashville]]'' and ''[[Arrow (TV series)|Arrow]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.aol.com/article/entertainment/2017/01/26/nashville-joseph-david-jones-interview/21663633/ |title='Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment |publisher=Aol.com |date= |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref><ref name="monstersandcritics1">{{cite web|url=http://www.monstersandcritics.com/smallscreen/who-is-joseph-david-jones-who-plays-clayton-carter-on-nashville/ |title=Who is Joseph David-Jones who plays Clayton Carter on Nashville? |publisher=Monstersandcritics.com |date=June 1, 2017 |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.romper.com/p/who-plays-clay-on-nashville-joseph-david-jones-is-maddies-new-love-interest-31377 |title=Who Plays Clay On 'Nashville'? Joseph David-Jones Is Maddie's New Love Interest |publisher=Romper.com |date=January 18, 2017 |accessdate=July 21, 2017}}</ref>


== Early life and Career ==
== Early life ==
Joseph David-Jones was born on December 22, 1993 in [[Los Angeles]], [[California]], growing up in [[Florence, Kentucky]].<ref name="monstersandcritics1" /> He earned a full scholarship to the [[University of Kentucky]] where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.<ref name="monstersandcritics1" /> While growing up, Jones began modeling with local Kentucky-based brands. His agent recommended he take part in the International Models & Talent competition in [[New York City, New York]]. At the competition, he was exposed to the world of acting and won the "Actor of the Year" award. Three days later, he returned home and pursued his acting career.<ref name="TheNerdDaily">{{cite web|url=https://www.thenerddaily.com/joseph-david-jones-interview/ |title=Interview with Joseph David-Jones from ‘Arrow’ |publisher=thenerddaily.com |date=October 16, 2019 |accessdate=October 16, 2019}}</ref>
Joseph David-Jones was born in 1989 in [[Los Angeles]], [[California]], growing up in [[Florence, Kentucky]].<ref name="monstersandcritics1" /> He earned a full scholarship to the [[University of Kentucky]] where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.<ref name="monstersandcritics1" />

Throughout his career, Jones has landed roles on a handful of series including: Amazon's ''Hysteria'', CBS' ''Intelligence'' and Fox's ''America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back.'' In 2016, he played Hollis in [[The Divergent Series: Allegiant]]. Other film roles include critically acclaimed films ''[[Detroit (film)|Detroit]]'' and ''[[Roman J. Israel, Esq.]]''.<ref name="chilledmagazine" /> Recently, he played the role of Connor Hawke on The CW superhero television show ''[[Arrow (TV series)| Arrow]]''.<ref name="techtimes">{{cite web|url=https://www.techtimes.com/articles/137407/20160229/interview-joseph-david-jones-discusses-connor-hawkes-legends-of-tomorrow-appearance-and-allegiant.htm |title=Interview: Joseph David-Jones Discusses Connor Hawke's 'Legends Of Tomorrow' Appearance And 'Allegiant' |publisher=techtimes.com |date=February 29, 2016 |accessdate=February 29, 2016}}</ref>

==Personal Life==
Joseph currently resides in Los Angeles, California. He finds joy filling his downtime with various musical endeavors, playing the guitar and piano. On the charity side, he sponsors and donates to the Save the Children Foundation, which brings support and necessities to children living in underprivileged environments.<ref name="chilledmagazine">{{cite web|url=https://chilledmagazine.com/chillin-with-joseph-david-jones |title=CHILLIN’ WITH JOSEPH DAVID-JONES |publisher=chilledmagazine.com |date=December 5, 2019 |accessdate=December 5, 2019}}</ref>


==Filmography==
==Filmography==
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Revision as of 16:39, 20 February 2020

Joseph David-Jones (born 1989) is an American actor, known for his roles in the TV dramas Nashville and Arrow.[1][2][3]

Early life

Joseph David-Jones was born in 1989 in Los Angeles, California, growing up in Florence, Kentucky.[2] He earned a full scholarship to the University of Kentucky where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.[2]

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes
2011 Barely Legal Brian Credited as Jo Jo Jones
2011 Blackbird Party Break Dancer Credited as Jo Jo Jones
2012 Fallback Mali Credited as Jo Jo Jones
2011 5th Street Big Al Credited as Jo Jo Jones
2014 3 Minutes C-Dog
2016 The Divergent Series: Allegiant Hollis
2017 Detroit Morris
2017 Roman J. Israel, Esq. Marcus Jones

Television

Year Title Role Notes
2011 America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back Kilo Doss Episode: "50 Fugitives, 50 States Special Edition"
Credited as Jo Jo Jones
2014 Intelligence Lance Corporal Episode: "Red X"
2014 Hysteria Deante Sanstreet Episode: "Pilot"
2016 DC's Legends of Tomorrow John Diggle Jr. / Connor Hawke / Green Arrow (Earth-16) 2 episodes
2017–2018 Nashville Clayton Carter 14 episodes
2018 Medal of Honor Jonesy Episode: "Edward Carter"
2019-2020 Arrow Connor Hawke Recurring role (season 7), main role (season 8); 12 episodes

References

  1. ^ "'Nashville' newcomer Joseph David-Jones talks 'Nashville' and his upcoming Kathryn Bigelow film – AOL Entertainment". Aol.com. Retrieved July 21, 2017.
  2. ^ a b c "Who is Joseph David-Jones who plays Clayton Carter on Nashville?". Monstersandcritics.com. June 1, 2017. Retrieved July 21, 2017.
  3. ^ "Who Plays Clay On 'Nashville'? Joseph David-Jones Is Maddie's New Love Interest". Romper.com. January 18, 2017. Retrieved July 21, 2017.

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