Kent Faulcon


Kent Faulcon is an American actor, director, and writer. He is known for playing Jake Jensen in Men in Black. He also made several contributions to Black independent film festivals.

Early life

Faulcon was born in 1971 and grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Faulcon graduated from University of North Carolina School of the Arts with a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts.

Career

In 1985, Faulcon's acting career started as a child actor in Sparks, a TV series.

Personal life

Faulcon is married with two children.

Filmography

Awards and nominations

; Arizona Black Filmmakers Showcase
  • Nominated, "Best Film"
; Hollywood Black Film Festival
  • 2007: Won, "Audience Choice Award" – Sister's Keeper
; San Diego Black Film Festival
  • Nominated, "Best Film"
  • Nominated, "Best Director"
; San Francisco Black Film Festival
  • Nominated, "Best Film"
  • Nominated, "Best Director"
; Texas Black Film Festival
  • 2008: Won, "Audience Choice Award"
  • Nominated, "Best Director"