You know him as “Spider-Man’s” best friend. Now, Jacob Batalon is bringing horror and comedy to SyFy’s “Reginald the Vampire.”
Video Content: Jacob Batalon (2024)
SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales welcomes actor Jacob Batalon (MCU’s “Spider-Man” films), who talks about his acting career and starring in the SyFy series, “Reginald the Vampire.”
Please note: This online version of the interview is slightly different than how it appeared on the TV episode. Promotional clips have been removed from the on-line interview.
Mini-Biography:
Born and raised in Honolulu to Filipino parents, Jacob Batalon plays Reginald in SyFy’s “Reginald the Vampire.” His acting career took off with his appearance in the 2016 movie, “North Woods.” In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he made his debut as Ned Leeds, Peter Parker’s best friend, in” Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017), which was Batalon’s first major role. He continued to portray Ned in subsequent films such as “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018), “Avengers: Endgame,” “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (both in 2019), and “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021). His other roles include playing James in “Every Day,” Krill in “Blood Fest,” Jacob in “Banana Split,” Keon in “Let It Snow,” Gene in “Shortcomings,” N8 in “Lift,” and Paxton in “Tarot.”
Interview Credits:
- Recorded: June 5, 2024
- Host / Producer: Lori Rosales
- Editor: Richard R. Lee
- Special Thanks To: NBCUniversal, Great Pacific Media Inc., Modern Story Company