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Fred Jones Actor Maxwell Jenkins Signs With UTA
8 Sep
Summary
- Maxwell Jenkins secured representation from UTA for all areas.
- He stars as Fred Jones in the upcoming Scooby-Doo: Origins series.
- Jenkins recently appeared in 'The Bondsman' and produced 'Rush'.
Maxwell Jenkins has officially signed with UTA for representation across all areas, marking a significant career move. This sought-after deal, which was highly competitive, highlights the growing buzz around Jenkins following his role as Fred Jones in the upcoming live-action 'Scooby-Doo: Origins' series. The show, expected in 2027, also features Mckenna Grace and Paul Walter Hauser.
Jenkins recently showcased his talent in the Prime Video series 'The Bondsman' alongside Kevin Bacon. He also took on a producing role for the WWII drama 'Rush,' in which he played the lead. Earlier in his career, Jenkins gained recognition for his three-season run as Will Robinson in Netflix's 'Lost in Space.'
Additional credits for Jenkins include the thriller 'Arcadian,' appearing with Nicolas Cage, and 'Joe Bell' with Mark Wahlberg. His television work also features roles in Apple TV+'s 'Dear Edward,' Amazon's 'Reacher,' and the Wachowskis' 'Sense8.' A Chicago native, Jenkins began performing at age three in his family's circus, Midnight Circus.
