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Jake Lacy

Jake Lacy is an American actor known for television roles in *The Office*, *Girls*, *Better with You*, and *The White Lotus*.

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

Jake Lacy is an American actor known for television roles on The Office, Girls, Better with You, and The White Lotus. He has also appeared in films such as Obvious Child, Carol, and Being the Ricardos. Born in Greenfield, Massachusetts, he studied acting at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, graduating in 2008.

Early life and education

Jake Lacy was born Jameson Griffin Lacy in Greenfield, Massachusetts, on February 14, 1986. He studied acting and later attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, graduating in 2008.

Television career

Lacy began his screen career in television and became known for roles in Better with You, The Office, Girls, I'm Dying Up Here, A Friend of the Family, and The White Lotus. His performance in The White Lotus earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

Film career

His film work includes roles in Obvious Child (2014), Carol (2015), Love the Coopers (2015), Rampage (2018), and Being the Ricardos (2021).

Recognition

Lacy received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his performance in The White Lotus, which is one of his best-known roles.

Key facts

  • Jake Lacy is an American actor born in Greenfield, Massachusetts.
  • He first gained wide recognition for playing Casey Marion Davenport in Better with You.
  • He played Pete Miller in the ninth and final season of The Office.
  • He portrayed Fran Parker in Girls and Shane Patton in The White Lotus.
  • His role in The White Lotus earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jake Lacy?
Jake Lacy is an American actor known for roles in The Office, Girls, Better with You, and The White Lotus.
What is Jake Lacy's birth name?
His birth name is Jameson Griffin Lacy.
When was Jake Lacy born?
He was born on February 14, 1986.
What is Jake Lacy known for?
He is best known for television roles in The Office, Girls, Better with You, and The White Lotus.
Did Jake Lacy receive an Emmy nomination?
Yes. He received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for The White Lotus.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3821405/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, birth name, occupation, major roles, and Emmy nomination mention.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jake_Lacy
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career overview, major television roles, and Emmy nomination.
  3. NBC — https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/who-is-jake-lacy-full-career-recap
    Supports: Career recap including early TV work, *The Office*, *The White Lotus*, and *A Friend of the Family*.
  4. Fandango — https://www.fandango.com/people/jake-lacy-374850
    Supports: Education at University of North Carolina School of the Arts and selected filmography.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm3821405/
    Supports: Marriage to Lauren DeLeo and birth details.