Caleb Landry Jones is an American actor and musician who has built a reputation for playing intense, often unsettling characters. Born in Garland, Texas, he first caught attention with a small role in No Country for Old Men and later broke through as Banshee in X-Men: First Class. Over the past decade, Jones has balanced a steady film career with a growing discography of experimental rock music.
He is known for supporting parts in critically acclaimed films such as Get Out, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and The Florida Project. His leading role in Nitram earned him the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor. As of 2025, Jones has appeared in four Oscar-nominated films and continues to take on challenging roles that showcase his range.
Caleb Landry Jones movies
Caleb Landry Jones
December 7, 1989 (age 35) in Garland, Texas, USA
Actor, Musician
Banshee in X-Men: First Class, Jeremy Armitage in Get Out, Red Welby in Three Billboards, Dracula in The Last Voyage of the Demeter
Key career insights
- Jones gained prominence as Banshee in X-Men: First Class (2011).
- He is equally known for his music career, having released multiple solo albums.
- His performance as Jeremy Armitage in Jordan Peele’s Get Out (2017) is widely praised.
- He has appeared in TV series such as Friday Night Lights, Breaking Bad, and Victorious.
- In 2023 he portrayed the title role in the horror film The Last Voyage of the Demeter.
- He won the Cannes Best Actor award for his portrayal of Martin Bryant in Nitram (2021).
Snapshot facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | December 7, 1989 |
| Age | 35 (as of 2025) |
| Birthplace | Garland, Texas, USA |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Spouse | Not publicly confirmed (rumored to be married) |
| Genres | Indie, alternative, experimental rock |
| Years Active | 2007–present (acting), 2012–present (music) |
| Notable Awards | Cannes Film Festival Best Actor (2021 for Nitram) |
His filmography spans more than 40 titles. Selected roles include:
- No Country for Old Men (2007) – Gun Shop Teen
- X-Men: First Class (2011) – Sean Cassidy / Banshee
- Antiviral (2012) – Syd March (lead)
- Get Out (2017) – Jeremy Armitage
- The Florida Project (2017) – Jack Hicks
- Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017) – Red Welby
- The Outpost (2019) – Ty Carter (lead)
- Nitram (2021) – Martin Bryant (lead)
- Finch (2021) – Jeff (voice)
- Dogman (2023) – Douglas Munrow (lead)
- Harvest (2024) – Walter Thirsk (lead)
- Dracula (2025) – Vlad / Dracula (lead)
He also appeared in Twin Peaks: The Return (2017) as Robert and Heaven Knows What (2014).
Caleb Landry Jones age
Caleb Landry Jones was born on December 7, 1989, in Garland, Texas. He was raised in the nearby suburb of Richardson. His parents are Patrick Jones and Cindy Jones. He discovered acting in a speech class and later graduated from the same high school as comedian Jeff Dunham.
Early life and education
Jones began playing drums in a church worship band and started writing songs at age 17. He took his first professional acting role in 2007 with a small part in No Country for Old Men, filmed in Texas. That role launched a steady career that soon moved beyond supporting parts.
Jones was born on the same day – December 7, 1989 – as his X-Men: First Class co-star Nicholas Hoult.
Career milestones
His breakthrough came in 2011 when he played Sean Cassidy / Banshee in X-Men: First Class. The role brought him international visibility. He followed that with a series of acclaimed supporting performances in Get Out (2017) and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017). In 2021 his portrayal of mass shooter Martin Bryant in Nitram earned him the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor and the AACTA Award for Best Actor.
Caleb Landry Jones wife
According to public records, Jones is married to Katya Zvereva. The listing appears on his Wikipedia biography as his spouse, though Jones has not publicly discussed his marital status in interviews. This has led to ongoing curiosity among fans.
While Wikipedia lists Katya Zvereva as his spouse, no official records or statements from Jones confirm the marriage. The information remains unverified beyond the encyclopedia entry.
Career timeline: Key milestones
- 1989 – Born in Garland, Texas.
- 2007 – First acting role (small part in No Country for Old Men).
- 2011 – Breakthrough role as Banshee in X-Men: First Class.
- 2012 – First music album release (with band Robert Jones: Men and Their Horses).
- 2017 – Co-starred in Get Out and Three Billboards; released music as a solo artist.
- 2021 – Won Best Actor at Cannes for Nitram; released solo album Gadzooks Vol. 1.
- 2023 – Portrayed Dracula in The Last Voyage of the Demeter.
- 2024 – Released Hey Gary, Hey Dawn and continued film work.
What is known and unknown about Caleb Landry Jones?
| Established information | Information that remains unclear |
|---|---|
| Born December 7, 1989, in Garland, Texas. He is an actor and musician. | His marital status is not publicly confirmed beyond a Wikipedia entry. |
| Played Banshee in X-Men: First Class, Jeremy Armitage in Get Out, and Dracula in The Last Voyage of the Demeter. | Whether he appeared in Game of Thrones – he did not; this is a common misconception based on confusion with other projects. |
| Won Cannes Best Actor for Nitram and SAG Award for Three Billboards. | His net worth is not publicly disclosed; estimates vary between $1–5 million. |
What makes Caleb Landry Jones unique?
Caleb Landry Jones occupies a rare space in Hollywood as a character actor who also maintains an active, critically acclaimed music career. His filmography spans indie darlings (The Florida Project, Nitram) and blockbusters (X-Men). His role in Get Out showcased his ability to play unsettling, memorable characters. Musically, his experimental style has drawn comparisons to artists like Captain Beefheart. Despite his success, he remains relatively low-profile, fueling curiosity about his personal life. The dual career path is unusual and positions him as a multi-hyphenate talent.
What do interviews and biographies say?
“Jones is a continual creator. The Texan born star found fame as an actor – you’ll recognize him from key roles in Florida Project, Get Out…”
Spotify artist bio
“He first gained recognition for his supporting roles as Banshee in X-Men: First Class…”
Wikipedia
“He is an American actor and musician, known for his roles as Banshee in X-Men: First Class, Jeremy Armitage in Get Out, Red Welby in Three Billboards…”
IMDb
Summary
Caleb Landry Jones has built a distinctive career that straddles acting and music. From playing Banshee in X-Men: First Class to winning Cannes Best Actor for Nitram, he continues to take on roles that challenge expectations. His music, released on labels like Sacred Bones, adds another layer to his creative identity. While details of his personal life remain largely private, his professional output is well documented and continues to grow.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Caleb Landry Jones?
He is approximately 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) tall.
What is Caleb Landry Jones’s net worth?
Net worth is not publicly disclosed; estimates vary around $1–5 million based on his career.
Does Caleb Landry Jones have children?
No public information suggests he has children.
What bands has Caleb Landry Jones played with?
He was the vocalist and drummer for the band Robert Jones. He now performs as a solo artist.
Did Caleb Landry Jones appear in Game of Thrones?
No. He has never been cast in Game of Thrones; the query likely stems from confusion with other fantasy roles.
What are his most acclaimed music albums?
His solo albums include The Mother Stone (2020), Gadzooks Vol. 1 & 2 (2021–22), and Hey Gary, Hey Dawn (2024).
Has Jones won any major acting awards?
Yes, he won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor and the AACTA Award for Best Actor for Nitram (2021).
Where can I follow his music online?
He has an official Instagram and a Spotify artist page.
What is his next film project?
As of early 2025, he is set to star as Dracula in an upcoming film slated for release that year.
Did he voice a character in an animated film?
Yes, he voiced Jeff the dog in the 2021 sci-fi film Finch.
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