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BIO

Jesse Wesley Williams (born August 5, 1981) is an American actor, director, producer and activist. He played Dr. Jackson Avery on the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy (2009–2021, 2022). He has also appeared in films such as The Cabin in the Woods (2012) and The Butler (2013). He provided voice acting and motion capture for Markus in the video game Detroit: Become Human (2018).



He served as an executive producer of the Academy Award-winning short, Two Distant Strangers (2020), and the Tony Award-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022). He also acted in the latter and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2022
Darren Lemming

[Broadway]
Second Stage Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Darren Lemming


Movies

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2
[ 2008 ] Leo
Brooklyn's Finest
[ 2009 ] Eddie Quinlan
The Cabin in the Woods
[ 2011 ] Holden
Snake & Mongoose
[ 2013 ] Don 'The Snake' Prudhomme
The Butler
[ 2013 ] James Lawson
They Die by Dawn
[ 2013 ] John Taylor
Money
[ 2016 ] Sean
Band Aid
[ 2017 ] Skyler
Selah and the Spades
[ 2019 ] Headmter Banton
Jacob's Ladder
[ 2019 ] IsaacIkeSinger
Random Acts of Violence
[ 2019 ] Todd
Secret Headquarters
[ 2022 ] Irons
Your Place or Mine
[ 2023 ] Theo

TV Shows

Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Jackson Avery

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News


Rachel Bloom & Matthew Morrison to Join REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL

Rachel Bloom and Matthew Morrison will join Reefer Madness the Musical. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Listen: Ashley Park and Jessie Tyler Ferguson Talk Broadway, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More

Emily in Paris star and Broadway performer Ashley Park sat down with Jesse Tyler Ferguson for the latest episode of his Dinner's on Me podcast. In the episode, the two Broadway alums discuss various aspects of Parks' multi-faceted career, including her time on Broadway, co-starring together in the play Grand Horizons at Williamstown Theatre Festival, and working with Meryl Streep.
Schmackary's Death Rattle Red Velvet Cookies

Last season’s 'Only Murders in the Building' featured a star-studded cast. But the season MVP wasn’t Meryl Streep or Jesse Williams – it was Schmackary's Death Rattle Red Velvet Cookies!
Bette Midler, Jesse Williams, and More Invite You to See SING SING for Free

From August 22-28, viewers have the chance to see Sing Sing for free. According to Variety, AMC has partnered with A24, along with several high-profile celebrities, to provide free screenings of the new drama, which stars Colman Domingo.
Westport Country Playhouse Script In Hand Playreading Of SATCHEL PAIGE AND THE KANSAS CITY SWING

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of SATCHEL PAIGE AND THE KANSAS CITY SWING on September 9.
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 30, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Jesse Williams Not Returning for ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 4

In Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building, Jesse Williams played the fan-favorite character of Tobert who also served as the love interest of Selena Gomez's Mabel. In a new interview, the actor has confirmed that he won't return for the new season, which premieres on Hulu next month.
Video: Steve Martin, Martin Short, & Selena Gomez Tease Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The murder-solving trio of the hit series Only Murders in the Building appeared on Good Morning America during a break from filming the highly anticipated upcoming season.
ABC Casting Unveils D-DAY: AN ORIGINAL WORKPLACE COMEDY Talent Showcase

For the first time in its 22-year history, the Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase will debut an ensemble piece – “D-DAY: An Original Workplace Comedy” – born out of ABC Casting’s continued commitment for rising artists to be discovered, nurtured and celebrated.
Video: See The First Trailer for THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange

The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. See the trailer for the film!
Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The trio is going to Hollywood! Hulu has just released the first trailer for the upcoming fourth season of the hit comedy Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. In the new season, the characters will spend some time in Los Angeles as an in-universe movie based on the podcast is being developed.
THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange to Premiere on HBO This Month

The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. As beloved Broadway star Lillian Hall (Lange) pours her heart, soul, and time into preparing for her next big role, she finds herself blindsided by confusion and forgetfulness. Battling against all odds to make it to opening night, while holding on to her fading memories and identity, she must navigate a tumultuous emotional journey – balancing her desire for the spotlight and the stark demands of the real world.
Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Talks Podcast on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK

Jesse Tyler Ferguson joined Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday to discuss his podcast Dinner's On Me, where he takes celebrities out for dinner and a conversation. One of the unique things about Ferguson's podcast is that it isn't a controlled environment, he says. He went on to talk about specific accommodations for guests and a dream guest that he wants to appear on the podcast. Watch the interview here!
Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jin Ha Join Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

It was announced today that more actors have joined the fan-favorite Hulu series, Only Murders in the Building. Actors Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Catherine Cohen, and Jin Ha have been cast in the upcoming fouth season, all in recurring roles. They join the previously announced new cast members Molly Shannon, Eva Longoria, Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, Desmin Borges, Siena Werber and Lilian Rebelo. 
Molly Shannon Joins ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING As Series Moves to LA For Season Four

Molly Shannon is joining Only Murders in the Building as a recurring character in season four. While plot details are under wraps, the Saturday Night Live will play an LA business woman who is drawn into the world of New York investigation. Season four will launch in California before the trio returns to The Arconia in NYC to solve Saz's murder.
Exclusive: Danielle Brooks Looks Back on Her Stage Debut at Six-Years-Old on FINDING YOUR ROOTS

Oscar and Tony-nominated actress Danielle Brooks is finding her roots tonight on PBS. The Color Purple star is sitting down with Henry Louis Gates Jr. for a new episode of Finding Your Roots tonight with Dionne Warwick. Watch an exclusive video clip, where Brooks discusses catching the acting bug while acting in plays at her church.
Sara Bareilles, Chelsea Clinton & More to Join Vineyard Theatre 2024 Gala Honoring Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Vineyard Theatre has revealed the artists that will participate in the Vineyard's 2024 Gala honoring Tony Award-winning actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!
THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For SAG Awards - Full List of Nominations!

This morning, nominees for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced. Check out the full list of nominations, which include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Hannah Waddingham, the cast of The Gilded Age, and more.
Tony-Winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson To Be Honored At Vineyard Theatre 2024 Gala

Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director Sarah Stern and Managing Director Suzanne Appel are pleased to announce that the Vineyard's Annual Gala will honor Tony Award winning actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Take Me Out). The Gala will be held Monday, February 26, 2024 beginning at 6:00 PM at the Edison Ballroom (240 West 47th Street). 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jesse Williams been in?

Jesse Williams has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Jesse Williams been in?

Jesse Williams has not appeared in the West End.

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