Jesse James Youngblood is a distinctive character actor known for his roles in 300 (2006), Heathens and Thieves (2012), True Blood (2010) and numerous appearances in television, movies and commercials. Jesse was born in Lubbock, Texas and when he was a young boy moved to Whittier, California. Jesse's humble beginnings caused him to develop a philosophy of "never say never." No matter how many people would tell him he could not do it.....he constantly reached for the top. Jesse was a skinny little kid that focused on building up his mind, body and soul. He became interested in fitness and nutrition along with the arts and incorporated them into a successful bodybuilding career including such titles as Mr. Los Angeles and Mr. California. During this part of his life he fine-tuned his commitment to work, dedication, motivation and discipline which has served him well in his acting career. Jesse believes in giving back to his community and has previously served the Inner City Youth Games with Arnold Schwarzenegger and more recently does motivational speaking for elementary school children. Over the last several years he has been invited to speak for the students at Sherman Native School in Riverside, California.