Born to a blue-collar working-class family, Jeffrey-Paul Valenti, affectionately known as JP, was instilled with the values of hard work, dedication, and perseverance from a young age. His parents, Paula and Jeffery, constantly reinforced the notion that he could achieve anything he set his mind to. As a child, JP naturally gravitated towards creative arts, showcasing his talents in writing, comedic impressions, and even creating his own talk show.
Parallel to his creative pursuits, JP was an athletic enthusiast, participating in various sports such as baseball, football, track and field, soccer, and basketball. His passion for athletics only added to his well-rounded personality.
JP's academic achievements led him to the University of Connecticut, where he double majored in Communication Sciences and Sociology. Following his college graduation, he ventured into the corporate world, taking on roles as an Analyst for a manufacturing company, a Technician for the State Police Firearms Unit, and a Recruiter for an IT consulting firm.
However, it was his passion for acting and entertaining that ultimately led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. JP's impressive portfolio boasts a Best Actor Award at the Universal Film Festival, as well as the prestigious New England's Shooting Star honor. He is most recognized for his recurring role on PBS's The Cobblestone Corridor, his live-action role in Rock Band IV: Rocumentary, and his captivating performance in Netflix's Haunting of Hill House.
