Jerry O'Connell (born February 17, 1974) is an American actor. He is known for his roles as Quinn Mallory in the television series Sliders, Andrew Clements in My Secret Identity, Vern Tessio in the film Stand by Me (1986), Joe in Joe's Apartment (1996), Frank Cushman in Jerry Maguire (1996), Derek in Scream 2 (1997), Michael in Tomcats (2001), Charlie Carbone in Kangaroo Jack (2003), and Detective Woody Hoyt on the drama Crossing Jordan. He starred as Pete Kaczmarek in the single 2010β2011 seaso
Did you know that Jerry O'Connell earned a law degree from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles in 1999, despite maintaining an active acting career?
Jerry O'Connell's breakout role as Vern Tessio in the iconic 1986 film Stand by Me launched his career as a child actor. This early success paved the way for a diverse and enduring career spanning film and television, from sci-fi cult classic Sliders to romantic comedies and, more recently, talk show hosting.
O'Connell is recognized for his enduring versatility, successfully transitioning from a beloved child star to a prominent adult actor and television personality, maintaining a consistent presence in entertainment for decades.
Also known as: J. O'Connell, Jer O'Connell