Montana Jordan Biography
Montana Jordan's rise to fame was meteoric. His breakout role came with his second acting project – the hit TV series "Young Sheldon," which launched in 2017 and catapulted him to stardom. He was cast as Georgie Cooper, the older brother of the child prodigy Sheldon. His character embodies the classic teenager – not exactly a scholar, but overflowing with natural charm.Montana stuck with the show for seven seasons, pouring his heart into creating a character audiences couldn't help but love. His hard work paid off big time – in 2024, producers announced they're developing a brand-new spin-off centered on Georgie Cooper and his girlfriend.
Early Years
Montana Jordan was born on March 8, 2003, in Longview, Texas. Two years later, his dad landed a great job opportunity and relocated the family to nearby Ore City. His mother taught at the local elementary school. Montana grew up with two older sisters, Katelli and Jaden, who kept an eye on him when their parents were working.Montana was a very active boy. He loved hunting trips with his dad, and by age seven, he was already skilled at setting traps. His favorite pastime was riding motorcycles off-road. He also enjoyed playing the guitar, football, and tennis.
His parents divorced when he was still in school, but both continued to be involved in his upbringing.
Once Montana hit high school, his teachers spotted his passion for acting. He dove into the local drama club and quickly became their star student. When graduation rolled around, Jordan skipped college plans entirely – he was laser-focused on making it as an actor.
Early Roles
Montana hit his first auditions in 2015. He was auditioning for the film "The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter." In this tragicomedy, Jordan landed one of the lead roles as Jaden Ferguson, a boy whose father takes him on a bonding trip to repair their fractured relationship. Josh Brolin portrayed the father on screen.The film was released in 2018. By then, the young actor had relocated to North Carolina to chase more auditions and scored the life-changing role in "Young Sheldon" that would make him a household name. The project was a spin-off and prequel to "The Big Bang Theory." Montana stepped into the role of the protagonist's older brother – George "Georgie" Cooper Jr. (Jerry O'Connell had played the adult version of this character in "The Big Bang Theory").
In early seasons, Georgie's struggling in school, frustrated that his parents shower all their attention on Sheldon, and constantly clashing with the brother he's always compared to. But he's got an undeniable sense of humor that shines through.
As the plot developed, so did his character. Take his decision at 17 to drop out of school, get a job, and eventually build a solid career in the tire business.
The first episodes were released in 2017. A year later, Jordan was nominated for the Young Artist Award for Best Supporting Teen Actor in a Television Series.
After the first four seasons proved to be hits, "Young Sheldon" scored a three-season renewal in 2021. "It's so much fun, it doesn't even feel like work. Those four seasons just flew by. But when I look back at the first season, I can't watch it – I cringe seeing myself at 13," Jordan admitted in an interview.
Montana Jordan's Personal Life
Montana is incredibly close to his family. For example, on Father's Day 2018, he shared a photo of his dad on social media, publicly expressing his love and stating that his father has always been there for him when he needed him the most. The actor also frequently posts pictures of his older sisters and his little niece, who he loves spending time with.In 2017, Jordan started a YouTube channel called Montana Jordan Vlogs, where he posted videos from his daily life and also conducted giveaways for his subscribers.
His charming portrayal of Georgie Cooper earned him a devoted army of female fans. The actor sometimes received hundreds of messages a day from unknown girls. But Montana's heart was already taken.
In 2023, the actor finally introduced his girlfriend to his fans, a Texas native named Jenna Weeks. In January 2024, it was announced that the couple is expecting their first child. Weeks shared on social media that they're having a girl. "In a world that is so uncertain, there is one thing: your father and I love you infinitely and unconditionally," she addressed their unborn baby girl.
Montana Jordan Now
In January 2024, CBS announced that "Young Sheldon" would get a spin-off. The project will focus on Montana's character – Georgie Cooper and his relationship with Mandy McAllister.The characters met in the fifth season of "Young Sheldon." Soon after, Mandy, played by Emily Osment, gave birth to a daughter, and the couple quickly got married. The new sitcom will feature a laugh track and focus on their complex family dynamics.
The first episode of the final seventh season of "Young Sheldon" premiered on February 16, 2024. In March, CBS officially greenlit the Georgie Cooper spin-off. The first season is expected to consist of 13 episodes and will be part of the 2024–2025 television season.
Interesting Facts
- In 2018, Jordan played Georgie in the episode "The VCR Illumination" of the original series "The Big Bang Theory."
- Montana is passionate about music. In 2018, he performed the song "My Father Was a Hunter," which was featured on the soundtrack of the film "The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter."
- There's a popular online rumor that Jordan is distantly related to Patrick Swayze, since the young actor bears a strong resemblance to the late star in his youth. However, there are no familial ties between them.