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Jonny Weston - Age, Family, Bio

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Matthew Barrera

Updated on February 09, 2026

Actor most well known for his portrayal of surfer Jay Moriarity in the film Chasing Mavericks. He has also appeared in Project Almanac, We Are Your Friends, Taken 3 and John Dies at the End. He was featured in the latter two films of the Divergent series.

Before Fame

He developed a passion for acting after taking a theater class at the University of South Carolina.

Trivia

In the beginning of his professional acting career, he was featured in an episode each of Pocket Dial, ASS Apartment Sketch Show and Supah Ninjas.

Family Life

His father ran a Christian radio station and his mother worked as an educational therapist.

Associated With

He starred alongside Gerard Butler in Chasing Mavericks.