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Jacob Batalon
Batalon at San Diego Comic-Con in 2016
Born (1996-10-09) October 9, 1996 (age 29)
Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.
OccupationActor
Years active2016–present
Spouse
Veronica Leahov
​
(m. 2026)​

Jacob Andres Batalon (born October 9, 1996) is an American actor. Batalon achieved international recognition playing Ned Leeds in the Spider-Man film series (2017–present), part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) superhero films. He also played the titular character in the Syfy television series Reginald the Vampire (2022–24) and Roscoe Dixon in the action comedy film Novocaine (2025).

Early life

Jacob Batalon was born on October 9, 1996,[1][2][3] in Honolulu, Hawaii, to overseas Filipino parents, Nestor Batalon and Vangie Andres from Pangasinan.[4] Batalon has seven half-siblings: a brother and a sister from his mother, and three brothers and two sisters from his father.[5] His mother regularly accompanied him to auditions. In an episode of Reginald the Vampire, Batalon spoke the Ilocano language to trace his real-life heritage, and used "Andres" as Reginald’s surname to honor his mother, Vangie.[6]

Upon graduating from St. Anthony's School, a private Catholic school, Batalon went to Damien Memorial School. He studied music theory at Kapiʻolani Community College before dropping out. He then enrolled in a two-year acting program at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts.[7]

Career

Batalon made his acting debut in the 2016 film North Woods.[8] His first major role was Ned Leeds, Peter Parker's best friend, in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017).[9][10][11] He has reprised the role in other MCU films: Avengers: Infinity War (2018),[12] Avengers: Endgame and Spider-Man: Far From Home (both 2019),[13] Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021),[14] and Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026).[15]

In 2018, Batalon played one of the bodies inhabited by spirit A in the young-adult film Every Day.[16] In 2020, he lost 102 pounds (46 kg) for his role in Spider-Man: No Way Home.[17] In 2021, Batalon was cast as the titular Reginald in Syfy's dramedy series Reginald the Vampire.[18] In 2025, Batalon had a role in the film Novocaine: Roscoe Dixon, Nathan "Novocaine" Caine's online gaming friend.

Personal life

In March 2025, Batalon got engaged to architectural designer Veronica Leahov.[19] They married in 2026.[20]

An internet meme based on an image of Batalon at the Spider-Man: Homecoming premiere, dubbing him the "CEO of sex", began spreading in 2019.[21] In a 2025 interview with Screen Rant, Batalon described the meme as "an honor".[22][23]

Batalon was diagnosed with alopecia in seventh grade.[24]

Filmography

Key
† Denotes projects that have not yet been released

Film

Jacob Batalon's film credits
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 North Woods Cooper
Spider-Man: Homecoming Ned Leeds [9]
[10]
2018 Every Day James / A
Blood Fest Krill
Avengers: Infinity War Ned Leeds [12]
Banana Split Jacob the Manager
2019 Avengers: Endgame Ned Leeds [25]
Spider-Man: Far From Home [13]
Peter's To-Do List Short film [26]
The True Don Quixote Sancho Panza
Let It Snow Keon
2021 Spider-Man: No Way Home Ned Leeds [14]
2023 Shortcomings Gene [27]
2024 Lift N8 [28]
Tarot Paxton [29]
2025 Novocaine Roscoe Dixon
2026 The Wrecking Crew Pika
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Ned Leeds [30]

Television

Jacob Batalon's television credits
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019 Bubble Gang Need Episode: "The Scavengers two-part anniversary special" [31]
[32]
2020 Day by Day Lucas Episode: "#Annabelle ClarkeIs Over Party"
50 States of Fright Simon Episode: "Red Rum (Colorado)"
2022–2024 Reginald the Vampire Reginald Main character [18]

Web series

Jacob Batalon's web series credits
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019; 2021 The Daily Bugle Ned Leeds Far From Home campaign cameo [33]

References

  1. ↑ Guno, Niña V. (October 12, 2020). "Look: 'Spider-Man' star Jacob Batalon reveals transformed, fit body on birthday". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on May 22, 2022. Retrieved May 22, 2022.
  2. ↑ Santos, Kara (October 11, 2020). "Fil-Am 'Spider-Man' star Jacob Batalon posts new look on Instagram". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on May 22, 2022. Retrieved May 22, 2022.
  3. ↑ "UPI Almanac for Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019". United Press International. October 9, 2019. Archived from the original on October 9, 2019. Retrieved May 22, 2022.
  4. ↑ Fuster, Jeremy (July 7, 2017). "Jacob Batalon Ready for Big Time With 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' Debut". TheWrap. Retrieved May 17, 2020.
  5. ↑ "Jimmy Kimmel & Jacob Batalon Surprise FaceTime with Tom Holland". Jimmy Kimmel Live!. July 13, 2017. Retrieved June 6, 2018 – via YouTube.
  6. ↑ Chavez, Yong (June 10, 2024). "Jacob Batalon surprises family by speaking Ilocano in 'Reginald the Vampire'". ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
  7. ↑ Levine, Daniel S. (March 28, 2017). "Jacob Batalon: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know". Heavy.com. Retrieved May 17, 2020.
  8. ↑ Holmes, Martin (August 6, 2021). "'Spider-Man' Favorite Jacob Batalon to Headline Syfy's 'Reginald the Vampire'". TV Insider. Archived from the original on August 6, 2021. Retrieved October 5, 2021.
  9. 1 2 Collura, Scott (April 3, 2017). "17 Things We Learned on the Set of Spider-Man: Homecoming". IGN. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020. Retrieved April 3, 2017.
  10. 1 2 Strom, Marc (July 23, 2016). "SDCC 2016: 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' Introduces Its Villain". Marvel.com. Archived from the original on June 12, 2018. Retrieved April 12, 2017.
  11. ↑ Erbland, Kate (July 7, 2017). "How 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' Star Jacob Batalon Went From College Dropout to Blockbuster Star". IndieWire. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
  12. 1 2 Francisco, Eric (October 9, 2017). "'Spider-Man: Homecoming' Star Wants Ned to Become a Villain". Inverse. Archived from the original on October 10, 2017. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
  13. 1 2 Alexander, Julia (October 5, 2017). "Peter Parker's best friend, Ned, may show up in an Avengers movie". Polygon. Archived from the original on October 5, 2017. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
  14. 1 2 Newby, Richard (December 17, 2021). "All the Comics, Video-Game, and MCU Easter Eggs You Might Have Missed in Spider-Man: No Way Home". Vulture. Archived from the original on December 18, 2021. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
  15. ↑ Kit, Borys (June 20, 2025). "Jon Bernthal Joins Tom Holland in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
  16. ↑ N'Duka, Amanda (July 7, 2017). "Maria Bello, Debby Ryan, 'Spider-Man: Homecoming's Jacob Batalon & More Join 'Every Day' From MGM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
  17. ↑ Hickson, Colin (October 30, 2020). "Spider-Man 3's Jacob Batalon Shares His (and Ned's) Incredible Weight Loss". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on October 30, 2020. Retrieved February 6, 2021.
  18. 1 2 Goldberg, Lesley (August 5, 2021). "'Spider-Man' Breakout Jacob Batalon to Star in Syfy Series 'Reginald the Vampire' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 24, 2021.
  19. ↑ "Jacob Batalon Says Fiancée Veronica Leahov Wants a Wedding in Italy, Shares His Own Must-Haves for the Big Day". People. Retrieved August 31, 2026.
  20. ↑ "Spider-Man Star Jacob Batalon Quietly Marries Interior Designer Veronica Leahov". People. Retrieved August 31, 2026.
  21. ↑ Milakovic, Tena (June 25, 2026). "Jacob Batalon's "CEO" Moment Leaves Tom Holland Asking the Internet for Answers During 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Press Tour". Retrieved June 26, 2026.
  22. ↑ "Jacob Batalon reacts to viral 'CEO' meme and opens up about engagement with Veronica Leahov | The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. March 17, 2025. Archived from the original on April 27, 2025. Retrieved June 26, 2026.
  23. ↑ Elibert, Mark (March 17, 2025). "Jacob Batalon Talks 'CEO of Sex' Meme: 'It's an Honor'". Complex. Retrieved June 26, 2026.
  24. ↑ Chavez, Yong (January 30, 2026). "Here in Hollywood: Jacob Batalon is grateful". ABS-CBN. Retrieved July 5, 2026.
  25. ↑ Allen, Ben (April 25, 2019). "All of the cameos in Avengers: Endgame". Radio Times. Archived from the original on April 25, 2019. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
  26. ↑ Outlaw, Kofi (June 27, 2019). "Spider-Man: Far From Home Blu-Ray to Include Short Film". ComicBook.com. Archived from the original on June 29, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2019.
  27. ↑ "Maria Bello, Debby Ryan, 'Spider-Man: Homecoming's Jacob Batalon & More Join 'Every Day' From MGM". www.yahoo.com. Retrieved October 8, 2022.
  28. ↑ Kroll, Justin (June 9, 2022). "Sam Worthington Among Those Joining Kevin Hart In Netflix Heist Thriller 'Lift'". Deadline. Retrieved January 22, 2023.
  29. ↑ Kroll, Justin (June 28, 2022). "Jacob Batalon, Alana Boden, Adain Bradley and Avantika To Star In Screen Gems' 'Horrorscope'". Deadline. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
  30. ↑ Tabbara, Mona (July 31, 2025). "Marvel's 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' kicks off Glasgow shoot". Screen Daily. Archived from the original on July 31, 2025. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
  31. ↑ Arcadio, Ryan (September 24, 2019). "Look: 'Spider-Man' co-star Jacob Batalon to guest in 'Bubble Gang' 24th anniversary". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on May 18, 2022. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
  32. ↑ Iglesias, Iza; TMT (November 8, 2019). "Yorme Isko, Spider-Man's Ned join Michael V et al in 'ScAvengers'". The Manila Times. Retrieved May 18, 2022.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  33. ↑ Burwick, Kevin (July 20, 2018). "Spider-Man Cast Celebrates Spider-Man: Far From Home Reunion on Instagram". MovieWeb. Archived from the original on December 4, 2020. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
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