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Jeremy Michael London (born November 7, 1972) is an American actor. He is best known for his regular roles on Party of Five, 7th Heaven, and I'll Fly Away, a starring role in the 1995 comedy film Mallrats, as well as a notable supporting role in the Civil War epic Gods and Generals. London made his directorial debut with the 2013 horror film The Devil's Dozen, in which he also appeared.

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Early life

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London was born in San Diego, California, the son of Debbie (née Osborn), a waitress, and Frank London, a sheet metal worker.[1] He was raised mainly in DeSoto, Texas. After having divorced Jeremy's father, his mother moved the family 13 times in six years. His identical twin brother, Jason, is older by 27 minutes and is also an actor. Jeremy has worked mostly in television while Jason has opted for a career in feature films. The twins have acted alongside one another in the 2022 movie Hunt Club and in the February 3, 2003, episode of the WB's 7th Heaven, entitled "Smoking." They have also competed for the same role – Jeremy's first audition was for a part in the 1991 film The Man in the Moon, which Jason won, leaving Jeremy the part of his brother's stunt double.[citation needed]

The twin boys had a younger sister, Dedra, who was also an actor. Dedra London died in a car accident in 1992 at the age of 16.[2]

Career

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London's first and second major television roles were playing Nathan on the critically acclaimed 1991–1993 drama series I'll Fly Away. His brother Jason stepped in for Jeremy for the final episode of the show.

In 1995 he played T.S. Quint in Kevin Smith's second film, Mallrats.

In 1995, he joined the cast of the Fox series Party of Five, playing Griffin Holbrook for three seasons, after serving as a recurring guest star. He then went on to play a young minister named Chandler Hampton on 7th Heaven from 2002 to 2004. His 7th Heaven character had a father with lung cancer, much like Jeremy's real-life family members. He has since acted in many television serials, television films and feature films.

London was a cast member during the fourth season of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, which premiered on VH1 in December 2010.[3]

Personal life

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London and his wife Melissa Cunningham were married in September 2006.[4] They divorced five years later. They have a son named Lyrik. London married Juliet Reeves on June 3, 2014, and they have one son named Wyatt who was born in June 2014.[5]

In June 2010, Jeremy alleged that he was involved in a bizarre kidnapping, approached by a group of men in Palm Springs, Calif., and forced to drive around for 12 hours purchasing alcohol and using drugs. Though he swore the incident was real, his mother and brother made public statements doubting the events. Jeremy filed a restraining order against them, only to have it denied by a judge.[6]

London was a cast member during the fourth season of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, which aired on VH1 from December 2010 to January 2011, and depicted his treatment for addiction at the Pasadena Recovery Center in Pasadena, California. The third episode of that season depicted discussions involving him, Dr. Drew Pinsky and London's wife, Melissa Cunningham, who was simultaneously being treated for addiction herself at a separate wing of the Center.[4] His father, Frank, also appeared in Episode 7, which was filmed during Family Day, in which the patients discussed the effect of addiction on their family relationships.[7]

London was charged with spousal battery in 2012 after an incident with his then wife, and in 2018 he was arrested for alleged domestic violence.[8]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes
1991 In Broad Daylight Teenager 1 Television film
A Seduction in Travis County Delivery Boy Television film
1991–1993 I'll Fly Away Nathaniel Bedford Main role
1993 Route 66 Episode: "Everybody's a Hero"
Angel Falls Sonny Snow
1995 Breaking Free Rick Chilton
White Wolves II: Legend of the Wild Mason
The Babysitter Jack
Mallrats T.S. Quint
A Mother's Gift Adult John Deal Television film
1995–2000 Party of Five Griffin Holbrook Main role
1997 Bad to the Bone Danny Wells Television film
Happenstance Jeff Television film
Levitation Bob
Perversions of Science Billy Rabe Episode: "Anatomy Lesson"
1998 Get a Job Tony Thompson / Philip
The Defenders: Taking the First Wyman James Television film
1999 Journey to the Center of the Earth Jonas Lytton Television film
2001 Romantic Comedy 101 Patrick Television film
The Outer Limits Chris Episode: "Flower Child"
2002–2004 7th Heaven Chandler Hampton Main role
2003 Gods and Generals Captain Alexander "Sandie" Pendleton
Descendant Ethan Poe / Frederick Usher
2004 Crossing Jordan Louis Jeffries Episode: "Out of Sight"
2006 What I Did for Love James Television film
Basilisk: The Serpent King Dr. Harry McColl Television film
Kiss Me Again Julian
2007 Tell Me You Love Me Nate 4 episodes
2008 Next of Kin Chris
Fatal Secrets Andy
The Grift Jackson Armstrong
Strokes Wade Hamilton Television film
Ba'al: The Storm God Helm Television film
2009 Do You Know Me Jake Farber Television film
Wolvesbayne Russel Bayne Television film
Chasing the Green Adam Franklin
Laundry Policeman Two
Lost Dream Dr. Reeves
The Terminators Kurt Ross Television film
2010 House Under Siege Ralph
Q for Death Matt Lombardi Television film
The Divided Aaron
Trance Whateley
Drop Dead Gorgeous Robert Baker
Scavengers Black Devert
Opponent Brooklyn Davis
Hollywood & Wine Jean Luc Marceau
Rain from the Stars Randy
Scratching the Surface Jake
Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew Himself Season 4
Alien Opponent Brooklyn Davis
2011 Snow Beast Barry
2012 Don't Pass Me By Greg Phillips
2013 The Devil's Dozen Driver Also director
2016 Girl in Woods Jim
MacGyver Chuck Lawson Episode: "Pliers"
2017 I Believe Captain Iberson
2021 Bottom Feeders Uncle Zeke
Goodbye, Butterfly The Realtor
2022 Moon Crash General Madden
2023 Alien Vampire Busters Officer Rick
2025 Hollywood Demons Himself Episode: "Stephen Collins, America’s Dad"

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Jeremy Michael London (born November 7, 1972) is an American actor best known for his recurring roles in the television dramas (1995–2000), where he portrayed Griffin Holbrook, and 7th Heaven (2002–2004), as Chandler Hampton, as well as his supporting role in the comedy film (1995). Born in San Diego, California, to sheet metal worker Frank London and waitress Debbie London, he is the identical twin brother of actor Jason London, with whom he shares a close professional and personal bond; the brothers were raised in Oklahoma and DeSoto, Texas, after their early years in California. London began his acting career in the early 1990s, debuting on stage at age 17 with a lead role in The Music Man, before transitioning to television with guest appearances and series regular parts in shows like I'll Fly Away (1991–1993) and films including The Babysitters Club (1995) and Gods and Generals (2003). His career has spanned over three decades, encompassing a mix of family-oriented dramas, independent films, and occasional directing and producing credits, though he has faced personal challenges including a history of substance abuse and a highly publicized 2010 alleged kidnapping incident in Palm Springs, California, where he claimed to have been carjacked, robbed, and coerced into drug use. In his personal life, London has been married twice: first to actress Melissa Cunningham from 2006 to 2011, with whom he has a son, Lyrik (born 2007), and later to Juliet Reeves since 2014, with whom he has another son; he has also spoken publicly about family tragedies, including the early death of his . Despite setbacks, London continues to work in entertainment, appearing in recent projects and maintaining a presence in the industry alongside his twin brother.

Early life

Family and childhood

Jeremy Michael London was born on November 7, 1972, in , . He is the identical twin brother of , an actor who is older by 27 minutes. The twins were born to Frank London, a worker, and Debbie London (née Osborn), a . The family also included a younger sister, Dedra. The London family came from a working-class background and relocated frequently due to the parents' employment demands. After his parents' divorce, his mother moved the family 13 times over six years. Initially raised in , the family moved to before settling in , where the twins spent much of their formative years. These moves shaped their early childhood, exposing them to different environments across the American Southwest and . From a young age, Jeremy and his twin brother shared a close bond and common interests in the , which later influenced their parallel paths in . Growing up in this modest household, the brothers often engaged in creative activities together, fostering their mutual passion for performance amid the challenges of frequent relocations.

Education and acting beginnings

London attended DeSoto High School in , after his family relocated there during his eighth grade year. During his high school years, he discovered a passion for the , participating in and activities that honed his interest in theater. At the age of 17, London made his first significant acting appearance by taking on the leading role of Professor Harold Hill in his high school's production of . This experience ignited his enthusiasm for performing and solidified his aspiration to pursue acting as a career. Following his departure from high school six weeks before graduation around 1990, London did not enroll in college but instead took on minor jobs in , including waiting tables at a in DeSoto, while a customer who was a model encouraged him to consider modeling as an entry into the entertainment industry. Supported by his twin brother , who shared similar ambitions, London soon transitioned to auditioning for roles and relocated to in the early to advance his acting pursuits.

Career

Early television roles

After graduating from DeSoto High School in in 1990, Jeremy London moved to to pursue acting full-time, following his twin brother who had relocated earlier for similar opportunities. London's professional television debut came in 1991 with minor roles in two made-for-TV movies, marking his entry into the industry through small but resume-building parts in family-oriented dramas. In NBC's In Broad Daylight, he portrayed Teenager 1 in a story based on real events in a rural town. Later that year, he appeared as Delivery Boy in CBS's A Seduction in Travis County, a legal drama involving family dynamics and abuse. These early guest spots provided initial exposure, though London faced challenges in building his portfolio, often auditioning alongside his twin brother , whose prior successes sometimes influenced casting decisions. London's breakthrough in television arrived with a recurring role as "Nathan" , the rebellious teenage son in the Bedford family, on NBC's critically acclaimed drama series from 1991 to 1993. The role, originally offered to but declined due to a scheduling conflict with the miniseries In a Child's Name, allowed Jeremy to step in and appear in 39 episodes alongside stars like and . Set in the civil rights-era South, the series explored themes of racial tension and personal growth, earning London praise for his portrayal of Nathan's coming-of-age struggles and providing his first major on-screen exposure in a prestige drama.

Film breakthrough and 1990s success

London's breakthrough in television came with his portrayal of Griffin Holbrook, a moody and troubled teenager, on the drama series starting in the second season in 1995. He played Julia Salinger's () bad-boy love interest, a role that introduced him to broader audiences and highlighted his ability to depict complex, emotionally charged characters. The series, which followed the Salinger siblings navigating life after their parents' death, provided London with a platform to showcase his dramatic range, contributing to the show's critical acclaim during its run. Transitioning to film, London achieved a significant milestone with his leading role as T.S. Quint in Kevin Smith's 1995 comedy , marking his feature film debut and a breakout cult performance. In the slacker comedy, he starred alongside as a heartbroken young man navigating absurd adventures in a mall, earning praise for his doe-eyed romantic charm and comedic timing. This collaboration with Smith not only solidified London's presence in independent cinema but also exemplified his shift from supporting television parts to starring film roles. That same year, London appeared in the The Babysitter, directed by , where he played Jack, the obsessive boyfriend of the titular character (). The film explored themes of and desire, allowing London to delve into darker, more intense material amid his rising profile. By the late , these projects had built substantial momentum in his career, positioning him as a versatile capable of spanning genres from teen to cult .

Later television and film work

Following his prominent roles in the , Jeremy London continued his television career with a recurring part as the young minister Chandler Hampton on the WB series 7th Heaven during seasons 7 and 8 from 2002 to 2004, where his character temporarily assisted the lead pastor and navigated personal and professional challenges within the show's family-oriented narrative. He also made occasional guest appearances on the series in subsequent seasons, maintaining ties to the . In film, London shifted toward independent and genre projects in the 2000s, including a supporting role as Capt. Alexander 'Sandie' Pendleton in the historical drama Gods and Generals (2003), directed by , which depicted events leading to the during the . He starred in the romantic drama Kiss Me Again (2006), playing a lead alongside and Mirelly Taylor in a story about a couple exploring . London embraced low-budget horror and sci-fi with roles such as Dr. Steven Evans in the Sci-Fi Channel original Basilisk: The Serpent King (2006), where he led a team investigating mythical creatures, and Ian Cole in the TV movie Wolvesbayne (2009). Television guest spots highlighted his versatility in procedural dramas during this period. He also featured in the Syfy miniseries Journey to the Center of the Earth (1999) as Jonas Lytton, adapting Jules Verne's novel with adventure elements. By the late 2000s, London took on lead roles in indie films like Chasing the Green (2009), portraying a young man navigating friendship and ambition in a co-starring and . Entering the 2010s, London's work increasingly involved direct-to-video and genre fare, such as his dual role as actor and producer in the action thriller House Under Siege (2010), where he played Ralph amid a home invasion plot. He appeared in comedies like Balancing the Books (2009) as Andy, a debt collector in a heist narrative, and Hollywood & Wine (2010) as Jean Luc Marceau, satirizing the film industry. This era also saw him venture into reality television, joining the fourth season of VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew in 2010 to address personal struggles publicly, and participating in an episode of Celebrity Wife Swap in 2015, swapping lives with the family of timeshare mogul David Siegel. These projects marked a transition to more niche, independent productions, often in horror, sci-fi, and ensemble casts, reflecting London's adaptability amid a fluctuating industry presence up to the mid-2010s.

Recent projects and industry involvement

In the late 2010s and early , Jeremy London continued to take on roles in independent films, including a lead part as a troubled husband in the The Domicile (2019), directed by Aaron Crozier, which explored themes of isolation and domestic tension. He also provided voice work as the adult Billy and narrator in the animated film Spirit of Friendship (2024), a story about a boy grieving his mother's death and learning to navigate loss and eternal connections. More recently, London appeared in horror and thriller indies such as Fear Cabin: The Last Weekend of Summer (2024), where he played a key supporting role in a survival story set in a remote cabin, and The Neglected (2025), a drama filmed in starring , in which London portrayed a local investigator uncovering dark secrets. London has maintained an active presence at fan conventions, engaging directly with audiences through panels and photo opportunities. He was a featured guest at Geek'd Con 2025, held August 22-24 at the Shreveport Convention Center in , where he participated in discussions about his career highlights from Mallrats and 7th Heaven, reunited with former co-stars like and , and signed autographs for fans, emphasizing his appreciation for the convention's community atmosphere as a returning attendee from the event's inaugural year. In recent years, London relocated to , where he has invested in the state's burgeoning film industry by supporting local productions and fostering community ties. As of 2025, he resides in the area and has contributed to projects like The Neglected, which was shot in , while advocating for regional filmmaking incentives that attract talent and crews to the Gulf Coast. His involvement extends to producing smaller-scale ventures and participating in local arts initiatives, reflecting a shift toward roles that align with his personal recovery and family life. Throughout 2025, London participated in interviews reflecting on his career trajectory, particularly in the docuseries Hollywood Demons, which premiered in March and featured him discussing his experiences on 7th Heaven. In the series, he defended co-star amid revelations of past misconduct, expressing emotional difficulty as a while emphasizing and the impact on their shared professional history.

Personal life

Relationships and family

Jeremy London was first married to actress Astrid Rossol from 1996 until their divorce in 1997. He then married actress Melissa Cunningham in September 2006, with whom he shares a son, Lyrik, born in March 2007. The couple divorced in 2014 after eight years of marriage. London's younger sister, Dedra, died in a car accident in 1992 at the age of 16. In June 2014, London married actress Juliet Reeves just days after finalizing his previous divorce, and their son Wyatt was born on June 5, 2014. and Reeves remain married as of 2025. London shares a close bond with his identical twin brother, , who is also an actor and 27 minutes his senior. The brothers frequently auditioned together early in their careers and co-starred in projects such as the 1995 film and the 1996 television movie The Babysitter's Seduction. Despite occasional family estrangements amid personal challenges, their sibling relationship has remained a significant influence throughout London's life. As of 2025, London resides in , where he focuses on parenting his two sons while continuing his involvement in the state's burgeoning .

Addiction struggles and recovery

London's struggles with began in the mid-1990s, following his rapid rise to fame after roles in films like and the television series , which he later attributed to the pressures of early success in Hollywood. By the early , his to prescription painkillers had intensified, contributing to professional setbacks, including his dismissal from 7th Heaven in 2004 amid ongoing battles with substance use and a related domestic incident. A particularly harrowing episode occurred in June 2010, when London was allegedly abducted at gunpoint in , after receiving assistance with a flat tire; his captors reportedly forced him to consume , , and ecstasy over the course of 12 hours while driving him around and compelling him to purchase alcohol. London escaped and reported the incident to authorities, leading to the arrest of suspect Brandon Adams and widespread media coverage that highlighted the severity of his at the time. During this incident, authorities discovered an outstanding bench warrant for failure to appear related to a January 2010 charge of driving without a license. The event, which London described as reaching his "rock bottom," prompted further intervention, including his participation in season 4 of later that year, where he sought treatment for his dependency. London entered rehabilitation multiple times, beginning with a stint at Charter Oaks Treatment Center in September 2009 to address his painkiller addiction, followed by the structured program on Celebrity Rehab. In subsequent years, he has spoken publicly about the toll of his struggles, crediting and support from loved ones for his progress toward sobriety. As of 2025, London remains candid about his experiences, tearfully recounting the emotional weight of his addiction and recovery in a March interview tied to Hollywood Demons, emphasizing the importance of accountability and healing in overcoming his past. In 2004, during his tenure on the television series 7th Heaven, Jeremy London was arrested for alleged following an argument with his then-girlfriend Melissa Cunningham while driving on the 405 freeway in . The incident, which involved reports of physical altercation, led to his immediate firing from the show, with media coverage portraying him as a "woman abuser" and significantly impacting his career trajectory. No charges were ultimately filed, and the case was resolved without conviction, though London later reflected on the emotional toll in a 2025 documentary, describing it as a turning point amid personal struggles. Public disputes with his ex-partner Melissa Cunningham escalated around their 2008 separation and subsequent bitter custody battle over their son, Lyrik, marked by allegations of erratic behavior tied to London's personal issues. These tensions culminated in a 2012 incident where London was charged with spousal battery after allegedly pulling Cunningham's hair and striking her during an argument. He pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of disturbing the peace, avoiding a conviction, and was ordered to complete classes. In February 2018, London was arrested in , on a charge of simple following a dispute with his then-wife, Juliet Reeves, at their home. He was released on a $2,500 bond the same day, and the case did not proceed to conviction, consistent with prior resolutions. London's representative described the event as an "emotionally-charged situation" without further legal repercussions. More recently, in March 2025, London sparked controversy by publicly defending his former 7th Heaven co-star Stephen Collins amid renewed scrutiny of Collins' past sexual abuse allegations in the Investigation Discovery docuseries Hollywood Demons. London stated he "never noticed a damn thing" about Collins interacting inappropriately with young girls on set and expressed that seeing Collins targeted "makes my blood boil," drawing criticism for downplaying the claims despite Collins' 2014 audio confession. In the same series, London reflected on his own legal history as part of a broader narrative of personal growth, emphasizing lessons learned without major ongoing legal entanglements.

Filmography

Television credits

London's television career spans series regulars, recurring roles, and guest appearances across drama, sci-fi, and family genres.
Year(s)TitleRoleEpisodes
1991–1993I'll Fly AwayNathaniel Bedford38
1993Route 66Matt1 ("Everybody's a Hero")
1993Angel FallsSonny Snow6
1995–2000Party of FiveGriffin Holbrook68
2001The Outer LimitsChris1 ("Flower Child")
1999Journey to the Center of the Earth (miniseries)Jonas Lytton2
2002–20047th HeavenChandler Hampton38
2009Do You Know Me? (TV movie)Jake FarberTV movie
2016MacGyverChuck Lawson1 ("Pliers")
2017I Believe (TV movie)GavinTV movie
2024Spirit of Friendship (TV movie)Adult Billy/NarratorTV movie

Film credits

Jeremy London's feature film roles span from major studio productions to independent films, listed here chronologically by release year. His breakthrough came with the lead in the 1995 comedy , directed by , where he portrayed T.S. Quint. Earlier that year, he appeared in the horror film The Babysitter as Jack, directed by . In 2003, London had a supporting role as Captain Wesley Jenks in the Gods and Generals, directed by . He played the supporting role of Sheriff John Quincy Wydell in Rob Zombie's 2005 horror film . London starred as Ian in the 2008 independent horror comedy Zombie Strippers!, directed by Jayden Lund. Subsequent indie roles include Kurt Ross in The Terminators (2009), directed by Xavier S. Puslowski; Gary in Sink Hole (2013). In 2016, he portrayed Jim in the survival thriller . Later independent projects feature Webb in Blood Country (2017), Hicks in Cornbread Cosa Nostra (2018), Anton in The Domicile (2019), directed by Michael Jason Allen, and Superfoot in Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece (2018), directed by Alexander Yellen. More recent indie films include Karl in (2021), Uncle Zeke in Bottom Feeders (2021), the Realtor in Goodbye, Butterfly (2021), General Madden in Moon Crash (2022), Chris in Butchers Bluff (2023), Erik in Open (2023), an officer in Alien Vampire Busters (2023), Patrick in The Black Mass (2024), Mr. Collins in Fear Cabin: The Last Weekend of Summer (2024), and a role in Bone Face (2025).

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