Jeremy Sless
- Actor
Energetic and always the class clown, Jeremy thrived on making others laugh, reveling in the spotlight of every schoolyard spectacle. Yet, behind the jokes and pranks, he harbored a deeper passion-one for the drama and thrill of storytelling. Caught countless times reenacting his favorite action films in his bedroom and backyard, he was often told that if he truly wanted to be in the movies, he'd have to take his acting beyond homegrown productions. Taking that advice to heart, he pursued his craft with relentless enthusiasm, eventually making his way to Los Angeles, where he now thrives as an actor, embracing a wide range of roles and cherishing the connections made along the way.
Born in South New Jersey, Jeremy Ephraim Sless is the middle child of Susan and Richard Sless. His middle name, Ephraim, honors his paternal great-grandfather, a well-known figure in the local Jewish community. His mother, of Irish descent, has been a leader in the hospitality industry for over three decades, managing operations in Atlantic City's casino scene. His father, a dedicated math and science teacher, spent over thirty years shaping young minds in the Atlantic City school system. While Jeremy's passion for acting wasn't always taken seriously in his younger years, his undeniable talent became evident once he stepped onto the stage in local theater. However, it wasn't until he began producing his own professionally styled films that he solidified his decision to pursue acting as a career.
In 2011, Jeremy was accepted into the prestigious California Institute of the Arts, an achievement that was met with both excitement and, as his neighbors might joke, a collective sigh of relief-his high-speed backyard car chases were now a thing of the past.
Beyond his career, Jeremy is a passionate advocate against drug and alcohol abuse. After tragically losing his brother to drug-related causes in 2013, he founded "Do Candy," an initiative providing resources to help individuals navigate the difficult choices they face as they grow older. Over time, the initiative evolved into AAVA (Abuse Awareness via Art), a platform that merges creative expression with advocacy. Jeremy has spoken at rehabilitation centers such as The Lighthouse in South New Jersey and continues to provide opportunities for survivors to share their stories, fostering awareness and hope through the power of storytelling.
Born in South New Jersey, Jeremy Ephraim Sless is the middle child of Susan and Richard Sless. His middle name, Ephraim, honors his paternal great-grandfather, a well-known figure in the local Jewish community. His mother, of Irish descent, has been a leader in the hospitality industry for over three decades, managing operations in Atlantic City's casino scene. His father, a dedicated math and science teacher, spent over thirty years shaping young minds in the Atlantic City school system. While Jeremy's passion for acting wasn't always taken seriously in his younger years, his undeniable talent became evident once he stepped onto the stage in local theater. However, it wasn't until he began producing his own professionally styled films that he solidified his decision to pursue acting as a career.
In 2011, Jeremy was accepted into the prestigious California Institute of the Arts, an achievement that was met with both excitement and, as his neighbors might joke, a collective sigh of relief-his high-speed backyard car chases were now a thing of the past.
Beyond his career, Jeremy is a passionate advocate against drug and alcohol abuse. After tragically losing his brother to drug-related causes in 2013, he founded "Do Candy," an initiative providing resources to help individuals navigate the difficult choices they face as they grow older. Over time, the initiative evolved into AAVA (Abuse Awareness via Art), a platform that merges creative expression with advocacy. Jeremy has spoken at rehabilitation centers such as The Lighthouse in South New Jersey and continues to provide opportunities for survivors to share their stories, fostering awareness and hope through the power of storytelling.
