Jordan Shade

Jordan Shade was born in South Africa and grew up in a town called Heidelberg which was named after the town in Germany. Although growing up as an Afrikaans speaking child, Jordan always showed a great interest in the English language and also excelled in the language at school. During his childhood years Jordan found interest in watching drama series such as Dallas and Dynasty and was intrigued by series such as the A-Team, Knight Rider, Air Wolfe, MacGyver and Magnum P.I. which sparked his love for the film industry. He also started training in various styles of Martial Arts. In secondary school Jordan took part in school stage productions but was mostly involved with the school choir.

In high school he continued training in Martial Arts, as well as competing in Athletics and Rugby.

After High School Jordan wanted to study Acting and Film production but his parents advised him to study a professional degree instead. He was accepted at the University of Pretoria to study Urban Planning.

After his degree, Jordan started attending acting courses and after his first acting course he signed with an agent. By the end of his second acting course he auditioned and got a part in the Endemol Production on SABC 3 named Isidingo as the character Rocky. He has since been cast in Egoli, 7de Laan and Binnelanders among others.

He was also cast in the Sci-Fi film Alien Outpost as the Lead PMC Soldier.