Jacob Pitts

Jacob Pitts
Born
Jacob Rives Pitts

(1979-11-20) November 20, 1979 (age 45)
Occupation(s)Film, television actor
Years active1999–present
Spouse
(m. 2020)
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Jacob Rives Pitts (born November 20, 1979) is an American television, film and stage actor. His most notable performances were as Cooper Harris in the film EuroTrip (2004), as Bill "Hoosier" Smith in the HBO miniseries The Pacific (2010), and as Deputy U.S. Marshal Tim Gutterson on the FX television drama Justified (2010–2015). He appeared in the play Where Do We Live at the Vineyard Theatre in May 2004. Pitts has also appeared in TV shows such as Law & Order, Ed and Sex and the City.[3] He had a recurring role in the first season of The Sinner and starred as Lance Lord in the crime drama series Sneaky Pete.[4]

Early life

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Pitts grew up in Weston, Connecticut, the son of Arlene and Joseph Rives Pitts. He described himself as a hyperactive child.[5] In high school, he was involved in the theater production company, and took part in productions while he was in school, including a performance as the Mysterious Man in Into The Woods.[1]

Career

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Pitts made his debut in 1999, and he appeared in an episode of Comedy Central's sitcom Strangers with Candy. He then went on to the New York Broadway stage in 2000, when he played Fleance from the Shakespearean play Macbeth.[1]

He began his TV career with appearances in popular series like Sex and the City (1998-2004) and Law & Order (1990-). His breakthrough came as Tim Gutterson in FX’s critically acclaimed series Justified (2010–2015), where he portrayed a skilled marksman and deputy U.S. Marshal, appearing in 78 episodes across six seasons.

In addition to his television success, Pitts delivered a memorable performance as PFC Bill "Hoosier" Smith in HBO's Emmy-winning miniseries The Pacific (2010), which depicted the harrowing experiences of World War II soldiers.

His role in Sneaky Pete (2015–2019) as Lance further solidified his reputation, with 15 episodes showcasing his versatility.

On the big screen, Pitts is best known for his comedic role as Cooper Harris in the cult classic EuroTrip (2004) and his performance as Fisher in the thriller 21 (2008), alongside Kevin Spacey and Jim Sturgess.

Pitts has also made appearances in numerous other acclaimed series, including The Sinner (2017-2021), Sneaky Pete (2015–2019), Homecoming (2018), and The Blacklist (2013-2023). His dedication to portraying complex and engaging characters has earned him respect as a talented actor across genres.

"It’s all about being part of the cultural experience, part of the crowd — or rejecting it. But I don’t want my experience to depend on how it jives with those around me. That’s what makes it MY experience. I want my mystery witch thing. I don’t know. Maybe I should just not worry so much about it." — Jacob Pitts for MUBI.[2]

Awards and honors

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In 2008, Pitts was presented the Best Ensemble Award at the ShoWest Convention in the United States for his part in 21. The award was also presented to Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth, Laurence Fishburne, Aaron Yoo, Liza Lapira, and Josh Gad for their parts in the movie.[6]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes
1999 Strangers with Candy Craig Snow TV series (Episode: "Dreams on the Rocks")
2000 Law & Order Jon Telford TV series (Episode: "Loco Parentis")
2000 Sex and the City Sam Jones TV series (Episode: "What Goes Around Comes Around")
2001 Zen and the Art of Landscaping Andy / Son Short film
2001 Tart Toby Logan
2001 Eight Todd Short film
2002 Pipe Dream Autumn
2002 We Were the Mulvaneys Patrick Mulvaney TV movie
2002 K-19: The Widowmaker Grigori
2002 Ed Johnny Malone TV series (Episode: "The Road")
2004 EuroTrip Cooper Harris
2004 A Separate Peace Brinker TV movie
2005 1/4 Life Andy TV movie
2006 The Novice Peter Pekorius
2006 Capitol Law Ryan TV movie
2007 Across the Universe Rap Magazine Employee
2008 Quid Pro Quo Hugh
2008 21 Fisher
2010 The Pacific PFC Bill 'Hoosier' Smith TV mini-series (5 episodes)
2010 The Good Wife Vance Salle TV series (Episode: "Taking Control")
2010 – 2015 Justified Tim Gutterson TV series (53 episodes)
2012, 2016 Person of Interest Henry Peck TV series (2 episodes)
2012 True Dead Walter Short film
2013 Above Average Presents TV series (Episode: "Clap It Up (Step Up Parody)")
2013 That Thing with the Cat Jackson
2014 Elementary Paul Ladesma TV series (Episode: "Just a Regular Irregular")
2015 Pitiful Creatures Doctor TV series (Episode: "Selfish Dying Man ")
2015 Comedy Bang! Bang! Reporter TV series (Episode: "Judd Apatow Wears a Polo and Blue Suede Shoes")
2015 Try Hard: The Rex Derby Story Johnny Cowan Short film
2016 Limitless Adam Bruster TV series (2 episodes)
2016 BrainDead Don Pickle TV series (Episode: "Taking on Water: How Leaks in D.C. Are Discovered and Patched")
2017 – 2019 Sneaky Pete Lance Lord TV series (15 episodes)
2017 The Sinner J.D. TV series (6 episodes)
2018 Homecoming AJ TV series (2 episodes)
2018 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit ADA Hodges TV series (Episode: "Hell's Kitchen")
2020 Bull Roland Terrell TV series (Episode: "Prison Break)
2023 The Blacklist Quentin Dodd TV series (Episode: "The Four Guns")

Personal life

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Pitts married Slovak actress/director Tereza Nvotová in 2020.[2] They live between Prague and New York.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Jacob Pitts, TV Guide.
  2. ^ a b c "Dcera Anny Šiškové se na ulici v New Yorku vdala za hollywoodského herce". iDNES.cz. 2020-06-11. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
  3. ^ Southern, N. (2009). Jacob Pitts: Biography
  4. ^ Petski, Denise (23 March 2018). "'Homecoming': Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Brooke Bloom, Ayden Mayeri & Jacob Pitts Set To Recur In Julia Roberts Amazon Series". Deadline. Retrieved 16 November 2018.
  5. ^ "In Conversation With... Jacob Pitts (Justified's Tim Guttterson)". Sunny Side of the Street. November 8, 2011. Retrieved November 16, 2018.
  6. ^ Pitts, J. (2008). Jacob Pitts [Audio file]. [1]
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