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Angus T. Jones

Angus T.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Angus T. Jones is an American former actor best known for playing Jake Harper on the CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men. He began acting as a child, appeared in several films in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and later stepped away from acting after his long run on television.

Early life and career

Angus Turner Jones was born in Austin, Texas, on October 8, 1993. He began acting as a child and appeared in films such as Simpatico, See Spot Run, The Rookie, and Bringing Down the House.

Two and a Half Men

Jones became widely known for his role as Jake Harper on Two and a Half Men, appearing from 2003 to 2013. The role brought him major recognition and several awards. His work was widely broadcast in Canada through Two and a Half Men and other North American television and film releases, making him familiar to Canadian audiences who watched early-2000s sitcom television.

Later life

After leaving the sitcom, Jones attended the University of Colorado Boulder. Public profiles describe him as a former actor who has mostly retired from acting.

Awards and recognition

Jones received two Young Artist Awards for his performance on Two and a Half Men and also won a TV Land Award. These awards are the most consistently cited honours from his acting career.

Key facts

  • Jones made his film debut in Simpatico (1999).
  • He gained widespread recognition for playing Jake Harper on Two and a Half Men from 2003 to 2013.
  • He won two Young Artist Awards and a TV Land Award.
  • His early film credits included See Spot Run, The Rookie, and Bringing Down the House.
  • He later attended the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Canadian context

His work was widely broadcast in Canada through Two and a Half Men and other North American television and film releases, making him familiar to Canadian audiences who watched early-2000s sitcom television.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Angus T. Jones?
He is an American former actor best known for playing Jake Harper on Two and a Half Men.
When was Angus T. Jones born?
He was born on October 8, 1993, in Austin, Texas.
What was Angus T. Jones known for?
He was best known for his long-running role as Jake Harper on Two and a Half Men.
Did Angus T. Jones win awards?
Yes. Sources credit him with two Young Artist Awards and a TV Land Award for Two and a Half Men.
Did Angus T. Jones act in films?
Yes. His early film credits include Simpatico, See Spot Run, The Rookie, and Bringing Down the House.
Is Angus T. Jones still acting?
Public sources describe him as a former actor who has largely retired from acting.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angus_T._Jones
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, occupation, years active, notable role, early film credits, and awards.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0427489/
    Supports: Former child actor status, role as Jake Harper, awards, and general career summary.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/angus-t-jones/
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/angus-t-jones/bio/3000396507/
    Supports: Career highlights, awards, and early acting background.
  5. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/two-and-a-half-men-star-angus-t-jones-through-the-years/
    Supports: Film debut, breakout role, and later university attendance.