Jacob Robinson, the young social media star from Dublin, is poised to make his film debut in the upcoming Hollywood thriller “Drop,” currently in production in Ireland.
With over three million followers combined on his Instagram and TikTok accounts, Jacob has captured the hearts of a global audience with his witty and insightful commentary, all curated by his parents.
From his hilarious takes on everyday life to his endearing personality, Jacob has become a household name, even earning admiration from celebrities like Brooke Shields and Jennifer Lopez.
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The news of Jacob’s Hollywood debut broke through Deadline, swiftly shared by his proud mother Donna and his talent agency on Instagram.
Captioning the post, AR Talent agency shared: “A movie star in the making. Congrats to Jacob on landing his first feature film he will star alongside @meghannfahy @violettbeane @brandonsklenar and a host of incredible Hollywood actors and fantastic production team @deadline”
Directed by Christopher Landon, known for his work on “Freaky” and “Happy Death Day,” and produced by heavyweights Platinum Dunes (“A Quiet Place”) and Blumhouse (“Get Out”), “Drop” promises to be a thrilling addition to the cinematic landscape.
Joining Jacob in this exciting venture are talented actors Violett Beane, Meghann Fahy, and Brandon Sklenar.
Director Christopher Landon has expressed his excitement for the project, describing it as his “love letter to [Brian] DePalma,” suggesting a stylish and suspenseful cinematic experience in the vein of the legendary filmmaker.
Jacob’s journey to stardom began in 2022 when Donna started sharing his antics on social media.
From there, his popularity skyrocketed, with 1.1 million followers on Instagram under the handle “Jacob’s Mammy” and a staggering 2.4 million followers on TikTok, where he goes by “Keep Up With Jacob.”
His unique blend of humour and authenticity has resonated with audiences worldwide, paving the way for his transition from digital influencer to silver screen star.
