Jimmy Jean-Louis nació el 8 de agosto de 1968 en Pétion-Ville, Haiti. Es un actor y productor, conocido por Lágrimas del sol (2003), Héroes (2006) y Joy (2015). Está casado con Evelyn. Tienen tres niños.
From a young boy growing up in Haiti, living with no electricity or running water, my journey to Hollywood has been rich with experience. I take little for granted and appreciate the beauty of life, knowing that there is so much more to learn.