From Ua To Broadway, Jake Boyd’s Acting Career Has Soared

By Jamon SmithUniversity of Alabama

Like many boys growing up in Tuscaloosa, where football is integral to the cultural identity of the city, Jake Boyd’s parents encouraged him to make his mark on the gridiron.

But he didn’t love it.

“I remember the schools would take classes on field trips to see shows with Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre,” he said. “I remember being fascinated by it and thinking, ‘I really want to do that.’”After a couple of failed auditions, Boyd made the cut. And though he wasn’t very good at acting initially, it was fun and he loved it.

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