JP Gauna finds success in acting and modeling career

Jeremy “J.P.” Gauna was walking to work when he heard that background actors were needed for the crime drama television series Queen of the South. He applied and was hired for a minor background part, leading to a speaking background. That job started it all.

While filming, he met actor Zahn McClarnon, who advised that if he was serious about acting as a career, he should consider acting classes.

Gauna took McClarnon’s advice and attended R.E.A.C.T. Studio with instructor Michelle Sherrill. He said things happened quickly. He is now a full-time actor and model.

Gauna was born and raised in Texas and has appeared in television’s Yellowstone’s 1883, Queen of the South, Washington’s Armor, Battle of Honey Springs, and the upcoming American Primeval. His movie credits include Terror on the Prairie, The Last Son, Farhaven, Birthright, Buckskin, The Harbinger and Cottonmouth.

He has also been featured in the magazine Cowboys and Indians.

He also works on the production side for the television drama, The Chosen.

Gauna said, “I have been very blessed to do what I do, and I love being able to represent my grandpa and grandma (Jimmy and Elois Barcus), as they are the reason I am Choctaw Proud. Thank you to all for the support and love shown.”

Photo by Tim O'Keefe<br>Jeremy "J.P." Gauna

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