Jacob Foan is a British actor, writer, and musician working across film and television, with a particular focus on character-led drama.

After completing his MA at Goldsmiths, London, he wrote and starred in the feature Don’t Let Go, earning critical attention and leading to creative opportunities in Los Angeles. There, he was named winner of the international TV talent competition ISINA, selected from over 30,000 global applicants and mentored by Grammy-winning producer Walter Afanasieff (My Heart Will Go On, Hero). The experience shaped his creative voice – turning an unseen victory into a deeper exploration of belonging, resilience, and second chances.

His screen work includes ABC/Disney’s Galavant, as well as independent films including The Butterfly Effect, Written in Blood, and Tropikos. He has also voiced the Amazon Audible audiobook Presence.

Now based in the UK, Jacob is currently working on Pyjama Man, a music-driven romantic drama about a washed-up rock star seeking redemption and connection in the unlikeliest of places.

Reviews:

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‘Don’t Let Go’ – Covent Garden screening:

“The chemistry between Jacob Foan and Annie Kirkman was really moving … a small film with a big message.”

BBC Introducing, Tom Robinson

“Within six seconds his spinetingling voice has kicked in, and by ten we know we’re in the presence of greatness. If art can be defined as ‘the process by which we encode experience in order to share it with others’ then Jacob is a very fine artist indeed.”

Walter Afanasieff (Grammy Winning Producer) for ISINA TV Show

“You can hear the passion and the compassion in his voice … by far the most genius thing I’ve heard in years.”

BBC Radio 2 – Richard Madeley

“Such a unique voice.”

‘Live at Cates Park’ Concert, Vancouver

“To breathe new life into an old classic can be a challenge,
but it’s one that fits Foan’s wheelhouse.
A soaring, emotional tenor.”