Jacob Pitts

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Jacob Pitts
Born
Jacob Rives Pitts

(1979-11-20) November 20, 1979 (age 45)
OccupationActor
Years active1999–present
Spouse
(m. 2020)
[2]

Jacob Rives Pitts (born November 20, 1979) is an American television, film and stage actor. His most notable performances were as Cooper Harris in the film EuroTrip (2004), as Bill "Hoosier" Smith in the HBO miniseries The Pacific (2010), and as Deputy U.S. Marshal Tim Gutterson on the FX television drama Justified (2010–2015). He appeared in the play Where Do We Live at the Vineyard Theatre in May 2004. Pitts has also appeared in TV shows such as Law & Order , Ed and Sex and the City . [3] He had a recurring role in the first season of The Sinner and starred as Lance Lord in the crime drama series Sneaky Pete . [4]

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Early life

Pitts grew up in Weston, Connecticut, the son of Arlene and Joseph Rives Pitts. He described himself as a hyperactive child. [5] In high school, he was involved in the theater production company, and took part in productions while he was in school, including a performance as the Mysterious Man in Into The Woods . [1]

Career

Pitts made his debut in 1999, and he appeared in an episode of Comedy Central's sitcom Strangers with Candy . He then went on to the New York Broadway stage in 2000, when he played Fleance from the Shakespearean play Macbeth . [1]

He began his TV career with appearances in popular series like Sex and the City (1998–2004) and Law & Order (1990–). His breakthrough came as Tim Gutterson in FX’s critically acclaimed series Justified (2010–2015), where he portrayed a skilled marksman and deputy U.S. Marshal, appearing in 78 episodes across six seasons.

In addition to his television success, Pitts delivered a memorable performance as PFC Bill "Hoosier" Smith in HBO's Emmy-winning miniseries The Pacific (2010), which depicted the harrowing experiences of World War II US Marines.

His role in Sneaky Pete (2015–2019) as Lance further solidified his reputation, with 15 episodes showcasing his versatility.

On the big screen, Pitts is best known for his comedic role as Cooper Harris in the cult classic EuroTrip (2004) and his performance as Fisher in the thriller 21 (2008), alongside Kevin Spacey and Jim Sturgess.

Pitts has also made appearances in numerous other acclaimed series, including The Sinner (2017–2021), Sneaky Pete (2015–2019), Homecoming (2018), and The Blacklist (2013–2023). His dedication to portraying complex and engaging characters has earned him respect as a talented actor across genres.

"It’s all about being part of the cultural experience, part of the crowd — or rejecting it. But I don’t want my experience to depend on how it jives with those around me. That’s what makes it MY experience. I want my mystery witch thing. I don’t know. Maybe I should just not worry so much about it." — Jacob Pitts for MUBI.

Awards and honors

In 2008, Pitts was presented the Best Ensemble Award at the ShoWest Convention in the United States for his part in 21 . The award was also presented to Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth, Laurence Fishburne, Aaron Yoo, Liza Lapira, and Josh Gad for their parts in the movie. [6]

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
1999 Strangers with Candy Craig SnowTV series (Episode: "Dreams on the Rocks")
2000 Law & Order Jon TelfordTV series (Episode: "Loco Parentis")
2000 Sex and the City Sam JonesTV series (Episode: "What Goes Around Comes Around")
2001Zen and the Art of LandscapingAndy / SonShort film
2001 Tart Toby Logan
2001EightToddShort film
2002 Pipe Dream Autumn
2002 We Were the Mulvaneys Patrick MulvaneyTV movie
2002 K-19: The Widowmaker Grigori
2002 Ed Johnny MaloneTV series (Episode: "The Road")
2004 EuroTrip Cooper Harris
2004 A Separate Peace BrinkerTV movie
20051/4 LifeAndyTV movie
2006The NovicePeter Pekorius
2006Capitol LawRyanTV movie
2007 Across the Universe Rap Magazine Employee
2008 Quid Pro Quo Hugh
2008 21 Fisher
2010 The Pacific PFC Bill 'Hoosier' SmithTV mini-series (5 episodes)
2010 The Good Wife Vance SalleTV series (Episode: "Taking Control")
2010 2015 Justified Tim GuttersonTV series (53 episodes)
2012, 2016 Person of Interest Henry PeckTV series (2 episodes)
2012True DeadWalterShort film
2013Above Average PresentsTV series (Episode: "Clap It Up (Step Up Parody)")
2013That Thing with the CatJackson
2014 Elementary Paul LadesmaTV series (Episode: "Just a Regular Irregular")
2015Pitiful CreaturesDoctorTV series (Episode: "Selfish Dying Man ")
2015 Comedy Bang! Bang! ReporterTV series (Episode: "Judd Apatow Wears a Polo and Blue Suede Shoes")
2015Try Hard: The Rex Derby StoryJohnny CowanShort film
2016 Limitless Adam BrusterTV series (2 episodes)
2016 BrainDead Don PickleTV series (Episode: "Taking on Water: How Leaks in D.C. Are Discovered and Patched")
2017 2019 Sneaky Pete Lance LordTV series (15 episodes)
2017 The Sinner J.D.TV series (6 episodes)
2018 Homecoming AJTV series (2 episodes)
2018 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit ADA HodgesTV series (Episode: "Hell's Kitchen")
2020 Bull Roland TerrellTV series (Episode: "Prison Break)
2023 The Blacklist Quentin DoddTV series (Episode: "The Four Guns")
2025 The Rookie Joel HowserTV series (Episode: "Speed")

Personal life

Pitts married Slovak actress and director Tereza Nvotová in 2020. [2] They live between Prague and New York. [2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Jacob Pitts, TV Guide.
  2. 1 2 3 "Dcera Anny Šiškové se na ulici v New Yorku vdala za hollywoodského herce". iDNES.cz. 2020-06-11. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
  3. Southern, N. (2009). Jacob Pitts: Biography
  4. Petski, Denise (23 March 2018). "'Homecoming': Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Brooke Bloom, Ayden Mayeri & Jacob Pitts Set To Recur In Julia Roberts Amazon Series". Deadline. Retrieved 16 November 2018.
  5. "In Conversation With... Jacob Pitts (Justified's Tim Guttterson)". Sunny Side of the Street. November 8, 2011. Retrieved November 16, 2018.
  6. Pitts, J. (2008). Jacob Pitts [Audio file]. Archived 2012-09-27 at the Wayback Machine