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Jordan-Claire Green
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Jordan-Claire Green (born October 31, 1991) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Michelle in the film School of Rock.[1] Ten years after the film's release, the cast reunited with Jack Black in Austin, Texas. They greeted fans on the red carpet, took part in a public re-screening of the film, followed by a Q&A, and then reunited on stage for a live music performance.[2]
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Biography
[edit]Green was born on October 31, 1991, in Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal.[3] She began violin lessons at age 4. She later took piano and voice lessons, as well as dance classes, including tap, ballet, jazz, and hip-hop. She appeared in School of Rock as Michelle,[4][5] and at the age of 12 starred as Emma O'Conner in Kieth Merrill's The 12 Dogs of Christmas.[6][7] She was 14 years old when she starred as Annie Lamm in Come Away Home,[8] for which she received a Young Artist Award nomination for 'Best Performance – Leading Young Actress'. She also appeared in The Double, and Forgotten Pills, and she guest-starred in Power Rangers Time Force, Alias and Arrested Development.[9]
Filmography
[edit]- Power Rangers Time Force (1 episode, 2001) as Holly Zaskin
- City Guys (1 episode, 2001) as Elle
- School of Rock (2003) as Michelle[10]
- Arrested Development (1 episode, 2004) as Supervisor's daughter
- Come Away Home (2005) as Annie Lamm
- The Double (2005) as Stephanie
- The 12 Dogs of Christmas (2005) as Emma O'Conner[11]
- Alias (1 episode, 2005) as Nicole Gibson
- Boys Life (2006) as Debbie
- Girlfriends (1 episode, 2007) as Kelly
- Wizards of Waverly Place (1 episode, 2007) as Kelly
- Wild About Harry (2009) as Bridget Howard
- Forgotten Pills (2010) as Megan 15
Awards
[edit]| Year | Result | Award | Category | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Nominated | Young Artist Awards | Best Performance in a Feature Film – Leading Young Actress | Come Away Home[12] |
References
[edit]- ^ Tigby, Sam (August 11, 2013). "'School of Rock' cast reunite ten years after film release". Digital Spy. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
- ^ Webber, Stephanie (August 30, 2013). "School of Rock Cast Reunites After 10 Years: Picture". Us Weekly. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
- ^ Hayes, John (May 20, 2005). "Dooley Makes Himself at Home in Everyman Roles". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Archived from the original on June 21, 2025. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ Jakle, Jeanne (August 21, 2003). "Young S.A. actress Green having a blast in roles". San Antonio Express-News. Archived from the original on June 21, 2025. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ Rob Kendt (2005). How They Cast it: An Insider's Look at Film and Television Casting. Lone Eagle. pp. 76–. ISBN 978-1-58065-061-8.
On her desk, in fact, sits a card from Jordan Claire-Green, a young blonde who played Michelle in the movie. "They've all stayed in touch, they all email each other, they became really good friends," Starger says. "Robert became really good friends with Kevin ...
- ^ Churnin, Nancy (December 15, 2005). "A new breed of Christmas tales - Girl's vision brought '12 Dogs' to life". The Dallas Morning News. Archived from the original on June 21, 2025. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ Routhier, Ray (March 31, 2004). "Like Old Times in the Old Port - Welcome to ... Pittsburgh? A visiting film crew finds a cobblestone Portland alley just right for portraying the Pennsylvania city, circa 1930". Portland Press Herald. Archived from the original on June 21, 2025. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ Hayes, John (May 13, 2005). "'Come Away Home' fails to find its way". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
- ^ Shillcock, Francesca (May 4, 2021). "School of Rock: Where are the kids from the hit film now?". HELLO!. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ Rob Stone (May 28, 2013). The Cinema of Richard Linklater: Walk, Don't Run. Wallflower Press. pp. 198–. ISBN 978-0-231-16553-2.
- ^ Crump, William D. (August 28, 2013). The Christmas Encyclopedia, 3d ed. McFarland. pp. 417–. ISBN 978-1-4766-0573-9. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
- ^ "27th Annual Young Artist Awards – Nominations / Special Awards". youngartistawards.org. Archived from the original on July 4, 2010.
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Early life and education
Birth and family background
Jordan-Claire Green was born on October 31, 1991, in Terceira, Azores, Portugal.[1] Although born abroad, she holds American citizenship and pursued her career as an actress in the United States.[4] Green's family background fostered an early appreciation for the arts, with her parents enrolling her in violin lessons at the age of four. Her father was a physician.[5]Childhood interests and training
From an early age, Jordan-Claire Green's family encouraged her involvement in the performing arts by starting her on violin lessons at age four.[6] She continued her musical training with piano and voice lessons, developing a strong foundation in these disciplines during her childhood.[3] In addition, Green pursued dance training, encompassing styles such as tap, ballet, jazz, and hip-hop, which complemented her musical pursuits.[3]Higher education and nursing degree
Following her early acting successes, Jordan-Claire Green enrolled at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas, to pursue formal higher education in the healthcare field.[7] At TCU's Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a rigorous program emphasizing clinical skills, patient care, and evidence-based practice.[3] Green graduated cum laude, recognizing her strong academic performance in coursework that included anatomy, pharmacology, and community health nursing, among other foundational topics.[3]Acting career
Early roles and debut
Jordan-Claire Green entered the professional acting world at age nine, transitioning from childhood hobbies in music and dance to paid on-screen work in 2001. Her rigorous early training in violin, piano, voice, and various dance styles—including tap, jazz, ballet, and hip-hop—provided a foundation that supported her initial forays into performance. This shift marked the beginning of her career as a child actor, where she navigated the competitive landscape of auditions and brief set engagements typical for young performers at that age.[6] Green's debut came with the role of Holly Zaskin in the episode "Bodyguard in Blue" of the superhero series Power Rangers Time Force, airing on May 19, 2001. In this single-episode appearance, she portrayed a character involved in the show's central plot concerning quantum secrets and mutant threats. The experience on the fast-paced set of a children's action program introduced her to the demands of memorizing lines, coordinating with stunts, and adhering to long shooting schedules, all while balancing school obligations as a child actor.[8][9] Later that year, Green secured another guest spot as Elle in the episode "Skips, Lies and Radiotapes" of the teen comedy City Guys, which aired during the show's fifth season. This role further honed her skills in comedic timing and ensemble scenes within a high school setting, reflecting the challenges of adapting to different genres and co-stars at just 10 years old. These early television appearances, though minor, established her presence in the industry and built her resume through persistent auditions in Los Angeles.[10][11]Breakthrough with School of Rock
Jordan-Claire Green was cast at the age of 11 as Michelle, the enthusiastic band groupie among the student ensemble, in director Richard Linklater's 2003 comedy School of Rock, following a nationwide casting search for young talent in cities including New York and Los Angeles.[12][6] In the film, her character supports the makeshift school band formed by substitute teacher Dewey Finn (Jack Black), contributing to the group's creative energy through tasks like naming the band and handling logistics. This role marked Green's breakthrough in feature films, building on her earlier television appearances such as a guest spot on City Guys.[6] On set, Green described a collaborative and improvisational atmosphere that allowed the child actors significant freedom to develop their characters organically, fostering a sense of ownership amid the production's high-energy rehearsals and music sessions.[12] Working closely with Jack Black, she recalled his vibrant presence as encouraging and fun, with Black often improvising to keep scenes dynamic and engaging for the young cast; however, one lighthearted incident occurred when Black accidentally cursed during a take, prompting him to apologize profusely to the parents on set, including Green's mother, who responded reassuringly.[12][13] The ensemble of child co-stars, many of whom were actual musicians, bonded through shared experiences like learning instruments and performing live, creating a supportive group dynamic that mirrored the film's themes of teamwork and self-expression.[12] Green's performance as Michelle, part of the film's lauded young ensemble, drew praise from critics for its authentic enthusiasm and natural integration into the group's antics, helping elevate the overall reception of the child actors' contributions.[14][15] The movie's success, grossing over $131 million worldwide against a $35 million budget, underscored the appeal of its youthful energy and humor, with the cast's believable portrayals cited as a key factor in its critical acclaim (92% on Rotten Tomatoes) and commercial triumph.[16][17] The role significantly boosted Green's visibility in Hollywood, establishing her as a promising child actress and opening doors to subsequent projects, though it also brought the common challenges of navigating typecasting in youth-oriented comedic roles as she transitioned through her early teens.[6][18]Subsequent projects and producing
Following the success of School of Rock, Green appeared in a guest role on the television series Arrested Development in 2004, playing the Supervisor's Daughter in the episode "Not Without My Daughter". She then took on supporting roles in family-oriented films, including Emma O'Conner in The 12 Dogs of Christmas (2005), a holiday movie about a girl who helps rescue stray dogs in a town that bans them. She also appeared as Nicole Gibson in an episode of Alias and as Stephanie in the thriller The Double that year. That same year, Green starred as the lead in the independent drama Come Away Home (2005), portraying Annie Lamm, a city girl who bonds with her grandmother during a summer visit to rural Florida. Her performance earned her a nomination for the Young Artist Award in 2006 for Best Performance in a Feature Film (Comedy or Drama) – Leading Young Actress.[19] In 2006, she played Debbie in the pilot episode of Boys Life. In 2007, Green made guest appearances on popular series, including as Kelly on Wizards of Waverly Place, contributing to the show's early episodes focused on a magical family navigating teenage life, and as Kelly in an episode of Girlfriends. She continued with dramatic roles in the late 2000s, playing Bridget Howard in Wild About Harry (2009), also released as American Primitive, a coming-of-age story inspired by true events set in 1970s New England, where she depicted a teenager dealing with family secrets and personal growth. Green followed this with the role of Megan, a 15-year-old grappling with peer pressure and substance issues, in the thriller Forgotten Pills (2010), an indie film exploring the dangers of a fictional amnesia-inducing drug. Green expanded into producing with Forgotten Pills (2010), where she served as a producer alongside her acting duties, marking her entry behind the camera in independent cinema. After this project, her on-screen work became less frequent, reflecting a period of reduced visibility common among former child actors transitioning to adult roles in Hollywood.[1] In recent years, Green has returned to acting in short films, including Jane in the comedy Zahnfee (2017), a quirky tale involving a dental fairy mishap. She appeared as the Woman in White in the psychological short To the Unknown (2018), which delves into themes of mental descent and mystery. Her most recent role was as the Stranger in the drama short Father (2022), centering on a priest confronting loss after a church fire. These projects highlight her continued involvement in smaller-scale productions while balancing other professional pursuits.Nursing career
Professional entry and roles
Upon completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Christian University in 2013, Jordan-Claire Green entered the profession as a registered nurse, specializing in neonatal intensive care.[5][20] Following her graduation, Green worked as a registered nurse specializing in neonatal intensive care in Los Angeles, focusing on the care of infants in critical conditions.[5][21] In her role as a NICU RN, Green's responsibilities included providing direct care to premature and critically ill newborns, such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with feedings and respiratory support.[22][23] She also collaborated closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for neonatal patients, ensuring comprehensive monitoring and intervention for conditions like low birth weight and congenital anomalies.[24][25] Green's decision to pursue nursing was influenced by her family background, particularly growing up with a father who worked as a physician, which exposed her to the healthcare field from an early age and shaped her commitment to patient care.[5]Balancing acting and nursing
Jordan-Claire Green has maintained a dual career in acting and nursing, leveraging her base in Los Angeles to manage both professions. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree cum laude from Texas Christian University, she entered healthcare influenced by her father's career as a physician, which sparked her longstanding interest in the medical field.[3][5] Green is a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurse based in Los Angeles, where she focuses on patient care in a high-demand environment.[5] This role provides a stable foundation amid the fluctuations of the entertainment industry, allowing her to continue pursuing acting opportunities, such as her 2022 appearance in the film Father.[26] While specific examples of schedule overlaps are not publicly detailed, her professional profiles indicate seamless integration of shifts at local hospitals with occasional acting gigs in the region.[5]Filmography
Film credits
| Year | Title | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | School of Rock | Michelle | Richard Linklater | |
| 2005 | The 12 Dogs of Christmas | Emma O'Conner | Kieth Merrill | |
| 2005 | Come Away Home | Annie Lamm | Doug McKeon | |
| 2009 | Wild About Harry (aka American Primitive) | Bridget Howard | Gwen Wynne | |
| 2010 | Forgotten Pills | Megan 15 | David Hefner | |
| 2017 | Zahnfee (short) | Jane | Neo Nguyen | |
| 2018 | To the Unknown (short) | Woman in White | Dominic Smith | |
| 2022 | Father (short) | Stranger | Dillon Schohr, Dominic Smith |
Television credits
Jordan-Claire Green began her television career with guest roles in various series during the early 2000s, appearing in both action-oriented children's programming and more mature comedies and dramas.| Year | Series | Character | Episode Title | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Power Rangers Time Force | Holly Zaskin | "Bodyguard in Blue" | May 19, 2001[9] |
| 2001 | City Guys | Elle | "Skips, Lies and Radiotapes" | October 6, 2001[10] |
| 2004 | Arrested Development | Supervisor's Daughter | "Not Without My Daughter" | April 25, 2004[27] |
| 2005 | Alias | Nicole Gibson | "Solo" | November 10, 2005[28] |
| 2007 | Wizards of Waverly Place | Kelly | "I Almost Drowned in a Chocolate Fountain" | October 26, 2007[29] |