Jason Earles

Jason Daniel Earles is an actor, comedian, martial artist, director, and a notable acting coach. He initiated his acting journey at the age of three, portraying Hansel in a stage production of "Hansel and Gretel." His passion for acting was further nurtured by playing characters such as Pinocchio in "Pinocchio," Billy Bibbit in "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest," Rev. John Hale in "The Crucible," Ronnie Shaunnesy in "House of Blue Leaves," and more, earning four KC/ACTF Irene Ryan nominations. His television career kickstarted in 2003 with a "MADtv" sketch and has since then included notable roles such as Jackson Stewart in the Disney Channel sitcom "Hannah Montana" and the acting coach for "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."

Earles made his big-screen debut in 'National Treasure," portraying the character Thomas Gates, and has since appeared in films such as "American Pie Presents: Band Camp." His multifaceted career also led him to be a co-host of Disney Channel's "Sing-Along Bowl-athon" and foray into voice-over work, providing the voice for Santa in the web series "The Most Popular Girls in School" in 2013. One of his most recent renowned roles is Rudy Gillespie, the sensei in the Disney XD series "Kickin' It." For his exceptional performance in "Hannah Montana: The Movie," he won a Teen Choice Award in 2009.