Will Estes

Will Estes, born William Estes Nipper on October 21, 1978, in Los Angeles, California, is a prominent American actor celebrated for his compelling performances in television and film. He gained significant recognition for his portrayal of JJ Pryor in the NBC drama series *American Dreams*. In 2010, he became a key member of the cast of CBS's *Blue Bloods*, where he takes on the role of Jamieson "Jamie" Reagan, a New York Police Department officer and the younger son of the police commissioner played by Tom Selleck.

Estes’ career took off with his breakout role as Seaman Ronald 'Rabbit' Parker in the film *U-571*. He began his acting journey appearing in various commercials and guest spots on shows such as *Highway to Heaven* and *Santa Barbara*. Notably, he was selected from a pool of 700 candidates for a leading role in *The New Lassie*. His versatility also extends to music videos, where he featured in Meat Loaf's "Objects In The Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer Than They Are" and Bon Jovi's "It's My Life." The latter opportunity arose from his collaboration with Jon Bon Jovi during *U-571*, marking a memorable moment in his career.

Estes also starred in the Fox series *Reunion*, which chronicled the lives of six friends over two decades, though the show was ultimately canceled due to low ratings. Currently, he is set to appear as Jack Kerouac in the upcoming short film *Luz Del Mundo*, which is in post-production and slated for future film festivals. Additionally, his image has been featured in photography books such as *Hollywood Splash* and *Men Before 10 AM Too*. Throughout his career, he has received multiple nominations for the Young Artist Awards for his performances in *The New Lassie* and *Kirk*.