Jonah Hill

Biography

Jonah Hill Feldstein, professionally known as Jonah Hill, is an American actor, screenwriter, producer, and director born on December 20, 1983, in Los Angeles, California. Raised in a creative family—his mother a costume designer and stylist, and his father an entertainment industry accountant—Hill was exposed to the film and music world early on. His younger sister, Beanie Feldstein, is also an actress. Jonah Hill pursued his education at several institutions, including The New School in New York City, where he developed a passion for writing and performing.

Career

Jonah Hill began his career in comedy, breaking into Hollywood with supporting roles in early 2000s films. His breakout came with his performance in the 2007 coming-of-age comedy Superbad, in which he played Seth, a foul-mouthed but earnest high school student. The film’s massive success catapulted him into the spotlight and established him as one of the most promising comedic actors of his generation.

Following Superbad, Hill appeared in a series of successful comedic,s including Knocked Up, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and Get Him to the Greek. However, he quickly proved his range extended beyond comedy. In 2011, he took on a more dramatic role in Moneyball, portraying Peter Brand opposite Brad Pitt. His performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

In 2013, he earned a second Oscar nomination for his role as Donnie Azoff in The Wolf of Wall Street, directed by Martin Scorsese. Hill’s ability to blend humor with darker, complex characters gained critical acclaim and expanded his career possibilities.

Hill has also starred in major hits like 21 Jump Street (2012) and its sequel 22 Jump Street (2014), both of which he also co-wrote and produced. His voice acting talents were showcased in animated films such as How to Train Your Dragon and The Lego Movie.

In addition to acting, Jonah Hill has developed a strong presence behind the camera. He made his directorial debut with Mid90s (2018), a coming-of-age drama that received praise for its authentic storytelling and aesthetic. He has also been involved in producing various film and television projects.