Ron Cephas Jones was an American actor, best known for his role as William Hill in the drama series This Is Us (2016–2022), which earned him four consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations, winning twice for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series in 2018 and 2020.
Jones appeared in television series such as Mr. Robot (2015–2016), The Get Down (2016–2017), Luke Cage (2016–2018), and Truth Be Told (2019–2023).
He also appeared in a number of films, including Half Nelson (2006), Across the Universe (2007), Glass Chin (2014), The Holiday Calendar (2018), Dog Days (2018), and Dolemite Is My Name (2019).
Ron Cephas Jones Biography
Ron Cephas Jones Bio.
Ron Cephas Jones was born on January 8, 1957, in Paterson, New Jersey. He attended John F. Kennedy High School and graduated from Ramapo College.
While at Ramapo, Jones had originally intended to study jazz under director Arnold Jones (no relation), but changed majors to theater after getting the lead in a production of Cinderella Ever After his sophomore year.
Jones graduated from Ramapo in 1978, after which he moved to Los Angeles, California and drove a bus for the Southern California Rapid Transit District for the next four years.
During that time, Jones stated he “fell in love, had a child, got separated”. He then “traveled around”, living in San Francisco, Arizona, and New Orleans before returning to New York City in 1985.
Ron Cephas Jones Death
Jones died in August 2023 at the age of 66, due to a “long-standing pulmonary issue”.
A representative for the actor confirmed Jones’ death to PEOPLE on Saturday: “Beloved and award-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones has passed away at the age of 66 due to a long-standing pulmonary issue.”
“Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him,” the statement continued. “He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony nominated and Drama Desk Award winning performance for his role in Clyde’s on Broadway.”
“Ron’s inner-beauty and soul was evident to the huge audience from his multi-Emmy award winning performance on This is Us. He is survived by his daughter Jasmine Cephas Jones,” the statement concluded.
Ron Cephas Jones Net worth
Ron has established himself in the entertainment industry through his excellent performances. He has also earned a good sum of money. His net worth is roughly $5 million as of 2023.
Ron Cephas Jones Parents
Much is not known about his parents regarding their identities.
Ron Cephas Jones Siblings
Ron isn’t known to have any siblings since he hasn’t mentioned any of them anywhere hence we can say he is possibly an only child.
Ron Cephas Jones Wife
Jones fell in love with a woman immediately after college, while working as a driver. The duo got a child but separated shortly after. The woman’s identity is unknown.
Later, he dated British singer Kim Lesley for several years, but the duo did not get married. However, in 1989, they welcomed their firstborn child together known as Jasmine Cephas Jones.
Cephas and Lesley separated when Jasmine his was only two years old.
Ron Cephas Jones Children
Ron Cephas Jones daughter Jasmine (only child) is an accomplished theatrician as well as an upcoming screen actress. She also doubles up as a singer.
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