Jack Griffo

Jack Griffo
Griffo in 2024
Born
Jack Davis Griffo

(1996-12-11) December 11, 1996 (age 29)
Orlando, Florida, U.S.[1]
OccupationActor
Years active2011–present

Jack Davis Griffo[2] (born December 11, 1996[3]) is an American actor. He starred as Max Thunderman on the Nickelodeon series The Thundermans (2013–2018). Griffo reprised his role in its spinoff. Griffo also had starring roles in the network's original movies The Thundermans Return, Jinxed, and Splitting Adam, and the Netflix original series Alexa & Katie.

Early life

Griffo was born Jack Davis Griffo on December 11, 1996, in Orlando, Florida to Kevin and Terry (née Palatini) Griffo.[4][5][6]

Career

Acting

Griffo first made appearances as an extra in 2011, on the television series Kickin' It[7] and Bucket & Skinner's Epic Adventures.[8] He followed this up with several guest appearances on television series such as See Dad Run[9] and Jessie.[9]

From 2013 to 2018, Griffo starred in the Nickelodeon series The Thundermans, where he played Max Thunderman, the twin brother who strived to become a supervillain (his twin sister Phoebe is played by Kira Kosarin).[9][10] In the same year, Griffo starred alongside Ciara Bravo in the Nickelodeon original film Jinxed.[11]

Griffo starred alongside Isabela Moner, Tony Cavalero, and Jace Norman in the Nickelodeon original movie Splitting Adam, which aired in February 2015.[12] He played the role of Billy, the boyfriend of Fin Shepard (Ian Ziering)'s daughter Claudia Shepard (Ryan Newman), in the Syfy original movie Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!, which premiered on July 22, 2015.[13] In 2016, Griffo guest-starred in the season 7 finale of NCIS: Los Angeles as a military cadet named McKenna.[14]

In 2017, Griffo played the role of Sebastian in the inspirational family drama film Apple of My Eye (originally titled And Then There Was Light).[15] That same year, he was cast as Noah in the indie drama film Those Left Behind.[16] In August 2017 Griffo was added to the cast of the Netflix original series Alexa & Katie, playing the recurring role of Dylan.[17] He guest starred in School of Rock, Knight Squad, and SEAL Team.[18] In 2020, Griffo starred as Sean Davis in the action film The 2nd alongside Ryan Phillippe.[19] In 2020, he had a minor role in the Lifetime original movie The Christmas High Note.[20]

Music

Griffo has a YouTube channel where he posts music covers. As of November 2019, the channel has over 178,000 subscribers and over 8.60 million views.[21] Griffo released a single, "Hold Me", with his friend Kelsey, on October 17, 2011.[22] The music video for "Hold Me" was released on October 29, 2011, and received over 4 million views.[23] He released his solo debut single, "Slingshot", on November 13, 2013, which features Douglas James.[24] The music video for "Slingshot" was released on Griffo's YouTube channel on January 14, 2014, and has received over 1.8 million views.[25]

Filmography

Film roles
YearTitleRoleNotes
2011Sound of My VoiceYoung Peter
2012American HeroBig Brother
2017Apple of My EyeSebastianOriginally titled And Then There Was Light[15]
2017Those Left BehindNoah
2020The 2ndSean Davis[19]
2020ButterParkerAlso known as Butter's Final Meal
2022Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super SonsRobin / Damian WayneVoice role[26]
2023Sid Is DeadEric Worsham
2024The Thundermans ReturnMax ThundermanAlso executive producer
2026Clash of the Thundermans
TBAHigh Stakes HolidayTBAFilming
Television roles
YearTitleRoleNotes
2011Kickin' ItBennyEpisode: "All the Wrong Moves"
2011Bucket and Skinner's Epic AdventuresSurf Team MemberEpisode: "Epic Musical"
2013Marvin MarvinEllisEpisode: "Scary Movie"
2013JessieBrett SummersEpisode: "Somebunny's in Trouble"
2013See Dad RunXander McGinley3 episodes
2013JinxedBrettTelevision film (Nickelodeon)
2013–2018The ThundermansMax ThundermanMain role
2014AwesomenessTVHimselfEpisode: "Teen Challenge"
2014The Haunted HathawaysMax ThundermanCrossover episode: "The Haunted Thundermans"
2015Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & DawnHimselfEpisode: "Go Hollywood"
2015Splitting AdamVance HansumTelevision film (Nickelodeon)
2015Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!BillyTelevision film (Syfy)[27]
2016NCIS: Los AngelesMcKennaEpisode: "Talion"
2016Henry DangerMax ThundermanCrossover episode: "Danger & Thunder"
2016–2017Paradise RunHimselfContestant, 7 episodes
2017The Dude Perfect ShowHimselfEpisode: "Velcro Dodgeball, Trust"
2018–2019Alexa & KatieDylanRecurring role (season 1); main role (season 2); guest (season 3)
2018Lip Sync Battle ShortiesHimselfEpisode: "Catwalk/Jungle/Girls Night Out"
2018, 2021The Loud HouseBlake BradleyVoice role; episodes: "Fandom Pains", "Fright Bite"
2018School of RockSladeEpisodes: "I Love Rock and Roll, Parts I & II"
2018Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever.Jumping Jack Lightning2 episodes
2018Knight SquadSir SwayzeEpisode: "Working on the Knight Moves"
2019SpongeBob SquarePantsContestantEpisode: "SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout"
2020SEAL TeamPV2 Elliot MoundsEpisodes: "Drawdown", "Edge of Nowhere"
2020The Christmas High NoteToddTelevision film
2022The Really Loud HouseRo-BroEpisode: "Ro-Bro"
2023That Girl Lay LayBeastie PieEpisode: "Beastie Pie"
2023Erin & AaronScottyEpisode: "Should I Stay or Should I Go"
2025The Thundermans: UndercoverMax ThundermanMain role; also executive producer

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryWorkResultRefs
2014Kids' Choice AwardFavorite TV ActorThe ThundermansNominated[28][29]
2015Kids' Choice AwardFavorite TV ActorThe ThundermansNominated[30]
2016Kids' Choice AwardFavorite TV Actor – Kids ShowThe ThundermansNominated[31]
2017Kids' Choice AwardFavorite TV ActorThe ThundermansNominated[32]
2018Kids' Choice AwardFavorite TV ActorThe ThundermansNominated[33]
2025Kids' Choice AwardFavorite Male TV Star (Kids)The Thundermans: UndercoverWon[34]

References

  1. ^ "Jack Griffo biography". www.tvguide.com. Retrieved May 4, 2022.
  2. ^ "Jack Davis Griffo (@JackGriffo)". Twitter. Retrieved December 11, 2016.
  3. ^ "Jack Griffo". Hollywood.com. Retrieved November 21, 2016.
  4. ^ "Carol Ann Palatini-Dick Norfolk, Virginia - March 26, 2021". www.tributearchive.com.
  5. ^ "Thomas W. Palatini (2021)". legacy.com.
  6. ^ "James "Robbie" Griffo September 16, 1958 – June 5, 2025". www.dignitymemorial.com.
  7. ^ Hiramine, Brie. "10 Celebrities You Didn't Know Guest-Starred on 'Kickin' It'". J-14. Retrieved December 26, 2015.
  8. ^ Edwards, Jay. "Actor Jack Griffo Stops By The MIX105.1 Studios". Mix 105.1. CBS Local Media. Archived from the original on August 24, 2017. Retrieved December 26, 2015.
  9. ^ a b c "Jack Griffo Talks Nickelodeon's "The Thundermans" – Exclusive Interview". BSCkids. July 3, 2013. Retrieved March 25, 2015.
  10. ^ "About Jack". Jack Griffo. Archived from the original on July 10, 2014. Retrieved April 2, 2015.
  11. ^ "Ciara Bravo is happy to be 'Jinxed' with her TV show and a long commute". New York Daily News. NYDailyNews.com. November 29, 2013. Retrieved April 1, 2015.
  12. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda. "Nickelodeon Stars Unite in 'Splitting Adam' Premiering Monday February 16th". TV By The Numbers. Tribune Digital Ventures. Archived from the original on February 9, 2015. Retrieved April 2, 2015.
  13. ^ "Nickelodeon Star Jack Griffo Joins Ian Ziering, Tara Reid in 'Sharknado 3'". TheWrap. February 25, 2015. Retrieved October 22, 2015.
  14. ^ Bryant, Jacob (March 17, 2016). "TV News Roundup: Rainn Wilson to Guest Star on 'Roadies,' Jack Griffo on 'NCIS: L.A.'". Variety. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
  15. ^ a b McNary, Dave (April 1, 2016). "Amy Smart, Burt Reynolds Starring in Family Drama 'And Then There Was Light' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved March 20, 2017.
  16. ^ Sneider, Jeff (January 7, 2015). "Nickelodeon Star Jack Griffo Joins Indie Movie 'Those Left Behind' (Exclusive)". The Wrap. Retrieved February 25, 2015.
  17. ^ Petski, Denise (August 3, 2017). "'Alexa & Katie': Jack Griffo & Kerri Medders Cast In Netflix Comedy Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 21, 2017.
  18. ^ Murray, Rebecca (April 9, 2020). "SEAL Team Season 3 Episode 18 Photos: Preview of "Edge of Nowhere"". ShowbizJunkies. Retrieved September 15, 2020.
  19. ^ a b "First look: Ryan Phillippe in action thriller 'The 2nd' (exclusive)". Screen Daily. February 23, 2020. Retrieved July 25, 2020.
  20. ^ "Lifetime's 'The Christmas High Note' Starring Jamie Luner & Johnny Messner, See Trailer & Full Cast List". Feeling the Vibe magazine. December 22, 2020.
  21. ^ "Jack Griffo". Youtube. Retrieved November 21, 2019.
  22. ^ "Hold Me - Single". iTunes Store. October 17, 2011. Retrieved March 24, 2015.
  23. ^ "Hold Me Jaime Grace Cover Kelsey & Jack". Youtube. Retrieved April 1, 2015.
  24. ^ "Slingshot (feat. Douglas James) - Single". iTunes Store. November 13, 2013. Retrieved March 22, 2015.
  25. ^ ""Slingshot" song from Nickelodeons's movie "Jinxed" by Jack Griffo featuring Douglas James". Youtube. Retrieved April 1, 2015.
  26. ^ "Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons - Official Trailer - IGN". June 30, 2022.
  27. ^ Sneider, Jeff (February 25, 2015). "Nickelodeon Star Jack Griffo Joins Ian Ziering, Tara Reid in 'Sharknado 3′". The Wrap. Retrieved February 25, 2015.
  28. ^ Ng, Philiana (February 24, 2014). "Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards Nominations Revealed". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 26, 2017.
  29. ^ "YOU'RE A KCA NOMINEE!". Nickelodeon. Retrieved March 22, 2015.
  30. ^ Webber, Stephanie (March 28, 2015). "Kids' Choice Awards 2015: Complete List of Winners!". Us Weekly. Retrieved February 26, 2017.
  31. ^ "Kids' Choice Awards: Adele, Justin Bieber, 'Star Wars' Among Nominees". The Hollywood Reporter. February 18, 2016. Retrieved February 21, 2017.
  32. ^ Levy, Dani (February 2, 2017). "Justin Timberlake and Kevin Hart Lead Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards Nominations". Variety. Retrieved February 21, 2017.
  33. ^ Agard, Chancellor (February 26, 2018). "Beyoncé, Dwayne Johnson, and Gal Gadot among 2018 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards nominees". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved April 21, 2018.
  34. ^ Paul Grein (June 21, 2025). "Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, Ariana Grande Win Multiple Awards at 2025 Kids' Choice Awards (Full Winners List)". Billboard. Retrieved June 22, 2025.
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