Jay Baker (actor)
Jay Wayne Baker (born April 12, 1961) is an American actor, producer, and television host.
Jay Baker | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 12, 1961 Sweetwater, Tennessee, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, producer, television host |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Children | 2 |
Biography
Jay was born in Sweetwater, Tennessee, and is an alumnus of Tennessee Military Institute, where he was in the drama program.[1] Jay's professional career began in 1978 as a musical stage performer. He was based in Los Angeles until 2001, appearing in movies and television. In 2001, he moved back to his native Tennessee and began focusing his talents on production and hosting of DIY-themed television programs.[2]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Toy Soldiers | Jeff |
| 1986 | April Fool's Day | Harvey "Hal" Edison Jr. |
| 1989 | Shag | Big Bob |
| 1993 | Sunset Grill | Ken |
| 1994 | Caroline at Midnight | Policeman |
| 1995 | The Feminine Touch (aka The November Conspiracy) | Det. Jimmy McGraw |
| 1998 | Naked Lies | Mitch Kendall |
Television
| Year | Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | The Dukes of Hazzard | Jeb Morton | Episode: "Dukes Strike It Rich" |
| 1985 | The Best Times | Tony Younger | 6 episodes |
| 1987 | The Alamo: 13 Days to Glory | Hayes | TV movie |
| 1988 | Frank's Place | John Delesseps | Episode: "Shorty's Belle" |
| 1988 | The Incredible Hulk Returns | Zack Lambert | TV movie |
| 1988-89 | It's a Living | Bobby Lee Lord | 3 episodes |
| 1990 | Storm and Sorrow | Robert 'Bob' Strand | TV movie |
| 1995 | Renegade | Leslie | Episode: "Family Ties" |
| 1995 | Silk Stalkings | Paul Clifton | Episode: "The Lonely Hunter" |
| 1995 | Star Trek: Deep Space Nine | Stevens | Episode: "Starship Down" |
| 1996 | Savannah | Harry | 3 episodes |
| 1997 | Baywatch | Veterinarian | Episode: "Baywatch at Sea World" |
| 2003 | Floors, Doors & Windows | Host | TV series |
| 2003 | The Ultimate Workshop II | Host | TV mini-series |
| 2005 | Build an Outdoor Kitchen | Host | TV series |
| 2008 | Project Paradise | Host | TV series |
| 2008 | Move It Outside | Host | TV series |
| 2008 | Bonus Room Breakout | Host | TV series |
| 2011 | Backyard Blowout | Host | TV series |
| 2012 | The Hot List[3] | Host | TV series |
| 2012 | Turf War[4] | Host | TV series |
Producer
| Year | Film | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | DIY to the Rescue | TV series | |
| 2005 | Grounds for Improvement | TV series | |
| 2006 | Wasted Spaces | TV series, co-producer | |
| 2007 | Blog Cabin | TV series | |
| 2013 | Kitchen Crashers[5] | TV series |
References
- '78 Eagle, TMI Academy, Vol. 3 (yearbook). 1978. pp. 58–59.
- Seaman, Leigh. "Jay Baker - Biography". IMDb. Retrieved 12 November 2014.
- "Jay Baker Credits". TV Guide. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- "Jay Baker Bio: DIY Network". DIY Network. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- "Jay Baker Filmography". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Baseline & All Movie Guide. 2016. Archived from the original on 6 March 2016. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
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