Bio
Jamie MacDonald is a British-born actor and writer based between New York and London, known for bringing quiet intensity and emotional honesty to every role he inhabits.
His journey into acting began not in a classroom, but through life itself. Growing up in England, Jamie was drawn to human stories — the moments of truth that live between words. After an early career in media and production, he returned to his first love: storytelling. That decision led him to train at The Actors Temple London, where he immersed himself in Meisner technique and scene study — exploring not just performance, but presence.
Since then, Jamie has performed in theatre, film, and television on both sides of the Atlantic. Recent work includes “Chagall in New York” at Theatre for the New City, where he starred opposite Austin Pendleton, earning praise for his grounded, human portrayal of journalist John McNeil. Other credits span stage, indie film, and digital media — each project united by Jamie’s fascination with characters at a crossroads: those searching for meaning, redemption, and connection.
Off-stage, Jamie is also a writer, musician, and wellness advocate, blending creativity and mindfulness in equal measure. His Substack, Jamie Lives Well, reaches thousands of readers each week with reflections on health, purpose, and performance — exploring how the same principles that help actors stay present can help anyone live more consciously.
Whether on set, on stage, or behind the mic, Jamie’s work is rooted in empathy and truth. He believes that acting isn’t about pretending to be someone else — it’s about revealing the parts of ourselves we usually hide.