2011-10-23

Maggie Elizabeth Jones Mini Biography

Maggie Elizabeth Jones

At just seven years of age, Maggie Elizabeth Jones possesses inherent charm, sharp intelligence, and a pure love of life. The young actress packs an explosive personality in her three foot ten inch frame. At a very young age, Maggie's family quickly noticed that she had an affinity for putting on talent shows and playing make believe. When she was 4 years old, she was signed by Atlanta agent, Joy Pervis.
Maggie began booking almost immediately in print, local, regional, and national commercials. Maggie's gift for acting is highlighted in her award winning portrayal of Hannah Reece, a child intent on stopping her abusive father, in the short film "The Party". Maggie was nominated for the Best Actress award along with 6 adult women at the 168 Film Festival. The jury that selected Maggie as Best Actress included Ralph Winter, Producer "X-MEN Wolverine", Gary Hall, Senior VP Fox Post Production Fox Television and Luke Schelhaas, writer/producer "Law & Order". In February 2010 Maggie booked the role of Mia in the FOX Pilot, "Most Likely To Succeed". During the filming, Maggie had the privilege of working with actress Kathryn Hahn, and director Michael Patrick Jann. In August 2010 Maggie was cast as Amy Warnicker in Paramount Pictures Footloose. Maggie will be sharing the big screen with her older sister Mary-Charles who was also cast in Footloose.

Maggie is a very outgoing, articulate little girl with a big heart. This Georgia native enjoys the simple activities of any seven year old, especially playing soccer, guitar and spending time with friends.