Jaason Simmons, a ruggedly handsome 24-year-old actor, is in his second
season on "Baywatch," starring as Logan Fowler, a transplanted and seasoned
Australian lifeguard whose cocky attitude and Australian machismo put him at
odds with his American male counterparts, while his good looks and his way
with the ladies spark both interest and jealousies from the opposite sex.
Since signing on with "Baywatch," Jaason has put himself into the iron hands
of physical trainer Michael Newman, a real-life L.A. County Lifeguard and
"Baywatch" regular. Most of his available time is split between the gym and
the pool, pumping iron and grinding out laps in preparation for the countless
hours he'll spend in the ocean throughout the "Baywatch" season.
Jaason was born in Tasmania, a small island off the coast of Australia. By
age seven, he had made up his mind to become an actor, his sole inspiration
being fellow Tasmanian and American movie legend Erroll Flynn.
In 1991, he moved to Los Angeles and quickly learned the true meaning of the
words "starving actor." He worked odd jobs to support his acting lessons and
signed on with manager Pat Reeves who quickly became instrumental to his
career development.
While on a break from acting class, Jaason returned for a visit with his
family and subsequently landed the role of heartthrob Harry Tate on the
popular Australian series "Paradise Beach."
His newly acquired celebrity status led to a role in his first feature, a
black and white drama called "Page 73," that marked the directorial debut of
the celebrated Australian cinematographer Jeff Darling.
Simmons' leisure hours find him caring for his pet iguana, Aeon Flux,
enjoying vampire movies and taking hikes.
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