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Jeffery Wood (born December 22, 1986) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Austin Warren during the first two seasons of the 1990s sitcom, In the House,[1] and Jimmy Harrison on Sunset Beach.

Key Information

In 2017, Wood starred alongside Nathan Fillion as the 'Warlock' in the live-action trailer for the Bungie and Activision video game, Destiny 2.[2]

Acting career

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Wood made his on-screen debut in commercials and guest starring television roles. In 1994, he landed a role in the Tony award winning Vivian Beaumont Theater revival of Carousel. After a year with the production, he landed his first major television role as Austin Warren in the then-NBC sitcom In the House.[1] He has also made appearances on several series, including New York Undercover, The Parent 'Hood, Strong Medicine and had a contract role as Jimmy Harrison on NBC's soap opera Sunset Beach from 1997–1999.[citation needed]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1997 Little Cobras: Operation Dalmatian Timothy
1998 Young Hearts Unlimited Tyler TV movie
2014 Like She Can Wade Tyler Short film
2015 Arguments Alan Short film
2015 Losing Focus Chris Short film
2016 Over 21 Jason Powell Short film
2016 Your Turn Dante Short film
2017 Destiny 2 New Legends Will Rise Live Action Trailer Warlock Trailer/National Commercial

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1995 New York Undercover Elmore Episode: "CAT"
1995 The Wright Verdicts
1995–1996 In the House Austin Warren Seasons 1–2
1996 Public Morals Robert Episode: "The Aqua Cover"
1997 The Parent 'Hood Hakeem 2 episodes
1998 Fame L.A. Kid Episode: "Duet"
1998–1999 Sunset Beach Jimmy Harrison 50 episodes
1999 Promised Land David Phillips Episode: "What's in a Word"
1999 Grown Ups Young J. Calvin Frazier Episode: "Why Can't We Not Be Friends"
2000 Arli$$ Episode: "It's Who You Know"
2000 Strong Medicine Bug Episode: "Second Look"
2006 Just for Kicks Ryan Episode: "The Freudian Kick"
2013 Life After Himself Episode: "Maia Campbell: In the House"

Theater

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Year Show Role Notes
1994 Carousel Snow Child Vivian Beaumont Theater
February 18, 1994 – January 15, 1995

Music career

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In his early to mid teens, Wood made a transition into hip hop under the name J-Dub. After the release of his popular 2012 mixtape The Captain,[3] he released his final album, Insomnia, in 2013.

Business ventures

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In 2011, Wood created and ran RapRise.com,[4] a blog site for unsigned hip hop.

In 2013, Wood created the film production company Puzzle Man.[5]

References

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Jeffery Lee Wood is an American man currently on death row in , convicted in 1998 of under the state's for his involvement as a getaway driver in the 1996 robbery and shooting death of a convenience store clerk, despite undisputed evidence that he did not enter the store, pull the trigger, or anticipate the killing. Born on August 19, 1973, Wood, who completed 12 years of education, has spent over 27 years incarcerated at the Polunsky Unit in , following his sentencing in Kerr County. On January 2, 1996, Wood and his accomplice, Daniel Reneau, planned to rob the convenience store in , to fund a involving drugs and parties; Wood waited outside in the getaway while Reneau entered the store armed with a and fatally shot the clerk, Kris Keeran, in the head before stealing approximately $400 from the . Although Wood claimed he was unaware of Reneau's intent to use lethal force and did not participate directly in the murder, Texas Penal Code Section 7.02 holds parties to an offense equally responsible as principals, leading to his conviction for during the course of a . Reneau was executed by in 2002 for the same crime. Wood's case has drawn national attention and criticism for highlighting flaws in the application of accomplice liability in capital cases, particularly the "law of parties" doctrine, which has been invoked in only a handful of Texas executions where the defendant did not directly cause the death. His execution was scheduled for August 21, 2008, but stayed by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals (TCCA) for further review of intellectual disability claims; a second date of August 24, 2016, was halted just days prior by the same court, which ordered re-litigation of his intellectual capacity under evolving standards from the U.S. Supreme Court's Atkins v. Virginia ruling. In November 2018, the TCCA rejected Wood's appeal challenging junk science testimony from trial psychiatrist Dr. James Grigson—known as "Dr. Death" for his role in over 200 death penalty cases—and denied clemency, though no new execution date has been set as of 2025. Advocates, including conservative lawmakers and anti-death penalty groups, have called for his sentence to be commuted to life imprisonment, arguing it exemplifies disproportionate punishment for non-triggermen.

Early life

Childhood and family

Jeffery Wood was born on December 22, 1986, in , New York, . Details regarding Wood's family background and early childhood remain sparse in public records, with no verified information available on his parents' professions, siblings, or specific upbringing influences.

Entry into entertainment

Wood began his acting career at the age of five in 1991, making his on-screen debut through principal roles in commercials. Over the subsequent years, he appeared as a principal in more than a dozen such commercials, establishing an early foundation in the industry. Transitioning to television, Wood secured his first guest-starring roles in prominent series during the mid-1990s. In 1995, he appeared on . In 1997, he guest-starred on . Wood's entry into theater came in 1994 with his Broadway debut as the Snow Child in the Lincoln Center Theater revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. The production ran from February 18, 1994, to January 15, 1995, and received widespread acclaim, winning five Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Best Direction of a Musical for , Best Choreography for Kenneth MacMillan, Best Featured Actress in a Musical for , and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Bob Crowley.

Career

Breakthrough roles

Jeffery Wood's breakthrough came in 1995 when he was cast as Austin Warren in the NBC sitcom In the House, marking his first major television role. In the series, which starred LL Cool J as former NFL player Marion Hill renting out rooms in his home to support himself, Wood portrayed the young, nerdy son of single mother Jackie Warren (Debbie Allen), navigating family dynamics and everyday teen challenges alongside his sister Tiffany (Maia Campbell). He appeared in the first two seasons (1995–1996), contributing to the show's early success before departing amid creative shifts as it transitioned to UPN. Following this, Wood secured a contract role as Jimmy Harrison in the soap opera Sunset Beach from 1997 to 1999, appearing in approximately 50 episodes. He played the innocent, wide-eyed son of the manipulative Harrison (played by in later arcs), often caught in his mother's obsessive schemes involving romance and deception centered on Michael Bourne. The character was recast with Wood in late 1997 to age down the role, allowing him to embody Jimmy's vulnerability in high-stakes storylines, such as family crises and survival scenarios in the coastal town setting. As transitional work post-Sunset Beach, Wood made guest appearances, including portraying Bug in the 2000 episode "Second Look" of the Lifetime medical drama Strong Medicine. These mid-1990s commitments elevated Wood's profile as a promising child and teen actor, showcasing his versatility in sitcom and soap formats during a pivotal era for network television aimed at family audiences.

Later acting projects

Following the conclusion of his prominent soap opera role on Sunset Beach in 1999, Wood transitioned into more sporadic acting opportunities, marking a shift from high-profile television to guest appearances and independent projects. In 2000, he guest-starred as Bug in the episode "Second Look" of the medical drama Strong Medicine, portraying a young patient navigating family challenges. This role highlighted his continued presence in ensemble television, though opportunities diminished as he matured beyond child stardom. By the mid-2000s, Wood appeared as Ryan in the episode "The Freudian Kick" of the Nickelodeon series Just for Kicks, a teen comedy centered on a girls' soccer team, demonstrating his adaptability to lighter, youth-oriented narratives. As Wood entered his twenties, his acting work increasingly focused on short films and promotional media, reflecting a pivot toward versatile, multifaceted performances in lower-budget productions. Transitional projects from the late 1990s, such as his role as Timothy in the family Little Cobras: Operation Dalmatian (1997) and Tyler in the TV movie Young Hearts Unlimited (1998), bridged his early career while foreshadowing this evolution. In the , he starred in several independent shorts, including Wade Tyler in Like She Can (2014), a exploring relationships; Alan in Arguments (2015), a familial conflict piece directed by ; and Chris in Losing Focus (2015), which delved into personal struggles. These roles showcased his range in intimate, character-driven stories, often produced through his own efforts via Puzzle Man Productions. Wood's later career further diversified into voice and live-action promotional work, emphasizing his vocal talents and screen presence in gaming media. In 2016, he led as Jason Powell in the sci-fi short Over 21, which he also directed, and as Dante in Your Turn, another self-directed project examining interpersonal dynamics—both underscoring his growing involvement in behind-the-scenes aspects of independent filmmaking. A notable highlight came in 2017 when he portrayed the Warlock in the live-action trailer for Destiny 2: New Legends Will Rise, sharing the screen with Nathan Fillion in a high-energy advertisement for the video game that reached millions of viewers. The following year, Wood provided voiceover as the MyTEAM Tutorial Announcer in NBA 2K19, contributing to the basketball simulation game's immersive experience and marking his entry into video game narration. This phase of reduced mainstream visibility allowed Wood to explore niche genres, blending acting with production to sustain his passion amid a quieter professional landscape.

Music career

Development as J-Dub

Jeffery Wood pursued hip hop music under the stage name J-Dub alongside his acting career. He developed skills in production and audio engineering through self-directed learning. By 2007, he had graduated from an audio recording school and completed a in audio recording at a . His focus was on hip hop, particularly supporting independent artists. As of around 2007, Wood was active in the unsigned hip hop scene, writing, producing, and engineering tracks for himself and others, including underground hits like "Fitted" and work on a solo album titled The Door Is Open.

Key releases

Wood's musical output as J-Dub included activity in the late and early , though specific major releases such as mixtapes or albums after 2007 lack independent verification beyond self-promoted platforms. No major releases are documented after 2013, based on available sources as of November 2025, with focus shifting to and ventures. His work garnered a niche following in unsigned hip hop communities.

Business ventures

RapRise.com

In 2011, Jeffery Wood founded RapRise.com, a dedicated to supporting unsigned hip hop artists by providing a platform for their promotion and visibility in the genre. Wood personally managed the , drawing from his own background as a hip hop artist under the moniker J-Dub to foster opportunities for emerging talent. RapRise.com operated from 2011 through the early 2010s, aligning with Wood's active involvement in the hip hop scene before he shifted focus to other ventures. The domain later became inactive and is currently available for purchase as of 2025, indicating the 's eventual shutdown without further evolution into a new platform. This endeavor helped Wood build connections within the music industry, enhancing his network among producers, artists, and collaborators.

Puzzle Man Productions

In 2013, Jeffery Wood founded Puzzle Man Productions, a film company through which he writes, directs, and produces independent short films. The company derives its name from Wood's longtime nickname, "Puzzle Man," reflecting his multifaceted approach to storytelling in cinema. Puzzle Man Productions specializes in low-budget, character-driven independent projects, often exploring themes of personal struggle, identity, and societal issues. Notable works include the short film Overtime (2013), which Wood wrote, directed, and starred in, depicting the pressures of a high-stakes job interview. Other productions under the banner feature Losing Focus (2015), a drama about mental distraction and relationships that Wood directed; Over 21 (2016), a sci-fi tale of superpowers and normalcy directed by Wood; and Your Turn (2016), an emotional exploration of impending fatherhood and racial anxieties in America, also directed by Wood. These films highlight Wood's hands-on role in all aspects of production, leveraging his acting background to integrate performance with creative control. Puzzle Man Productions was active from 2013 to 2016. As of 2025, the company appears dormant, with no new projects announced or online activity since 2016.

Filmography

Jeffery Lee Wood has no known involvement in film or television productions.

References

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  2. https://www.texastribune.org/2016/08/19/execution-halted-jeff-wood-who-never-killed-anyone/
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  4. https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Court-rejects-appeal-from-Texas-inmate-sentenced-13415026.php
  5. https://www.texastribune.org/2016/08/17/state-rep-leach-speaks-out-against-jeff-wood-execu/
  6. https://www.cnn.com/2016/08/19/us/texas-execution-jeff-wood
  7. https://www.texastribune.org/2018/11/21/texas-execution-death-row-jeff-wood/
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