At 35, Jordan Calloway is already a successful actor and a producer. Behind the spotlight, Calloway remains a family-oriented individual. Growing up in Los Angeles, his childhood dreams weren’t of fame and fortune. Instead, the Unfabulous star imagined a life as a Navy SEAL, unlike his brother who wanted to get into acting. He said,
When I was younger, I always wanted to be a Navy Seal, and my brother was the one who wanted to pursue acting.
However, their paths changed as his brother pursued a military career and Jordan found himself drawn to acting. This newfound passion led him to attend Azusa Pacific University for a degree in TV and film production after graduating from Maranatha High School in 2009.
The influence of his parents, both stalwarts of the entertainment industry, cannot be understated. His father, Joseph W. Calloway, is a noted cinematographer and his mother, Tony L. Calloway, is no stranger to the spotlight herself, having graced the audience with her acting. It’s evident that Jordan inherited a chunk of their charisma and passion for the camera.
Their shared passion for the entertainment world likely played a role in keeping the family closely connected. Even after his parents’ divorce, Jordan’s love for his family remains strong.
Five Posts That Highlight Jordan’s Family Bonding
In November 2020, during the height of the pandemic, the actor posted snippets on social media of himself spending quality time with his father and mother. He wrote,
Thankful for the both of them.
Peace and Blessings ✌🏾
No line up, been quarantining 🙄
He also loves to show his appreciation to his dad on every special occasion. Jordan paid a playful tribute to his father on Father’s Day 2021, sharing, “Aye…Happy Father’s Day from the old man and I.”
In a similar vein, Jordan takes a unique spin on Valentine’s Day, dedicating the day to his mom with loving posts that dub Tony his Ace and Queen. “Happy Valentine’s Day to my Ace. Thank you for always being my Valentine, when I didn’t have one. Queen.” he wrote.
And let’s not forget about his six elder siblings, who have given him the adorable nickname, “Peanut.” On National Siblings Day in 2020, Calloway shared a cheeky post with a caption that read:
Don’t see the point in acknowledging the individuals that beat the living snot out of me or told me I was adopted. Maybe it’s Stockholm syndrome. Either way, it’s National Siblings Day.
In addition to these special occasions, Jordan also enjoys the simplicity of life, whether it’s gardening with his sister, attending games with his brother, or enjoying family cruises.
