Jared Hess

Biography

Jared Hess, born July 18, 1979, in Glendale, Arizona, is a writer and director recognized for his distinctive comedic style. He gained prominence with his debut film, Napoleon Dynamite (2004), which became a cult classic. Hess continued to develop his career with films such as Nacho Libre (2006) and Gentlemen Broncos (2009). His work often features quirky characters and offbeat humor. Jared Hess is married to Jerusha Hess, and they have one child together.