Jesse Dylan: Movies & Box Office

Jesse Byron Dylan is an illustrious American film director and production executive, born on January 6, 1966. He is recognized as the founder of the media production company Wondros and Lybba, a notable non-profit organization. Dylan has made a mark in various spheres, showing his membership in the Council on Foreign Relations and TED. Born to the legendary musician Bob Dylan and former model Sara Lownds, his kin extends to his brother Jakob Dylan, a gifted singer-songwriter. His dynamic career spans from directing music videos for illustrious musicians such as Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, Tom Petty, Lita Ford, Public Image Limited and Lenny Kravitz to winning an Emmy with the Yes We Can music video, inspired by Barack Obama’s Presidential campaign. Over the years, he established his mark in the field of feature film direction, working on comedies including Kicking & Screaming, American Wedding, and How High. His contributions extend to serious ventures such as Crips and Bloods: Made in America, a documentary that delves into the culture of gangs and systemic violence in South Los Angeles, and Soros, a film examining the life and activism of George Soros. Besides film, Jesse spearheaded an original television series, CONversations with Ricky Jay. In 2007, he established Lybba, focusing on open source healthcare, intending to merge verified medical data with social networking. His personal life includes his spouse Susan Traylor and two children, Pablo William Dylan and Feury Mae Beatrice Dylan.