Jake Smollett is an American actor, chef, and food personality. He has a background in acting, appearing in the film Eve's Bayou and the ABC Family show The Middleman. Smollett's passion for cooking began in his teens when he contributed to his family's vegan bakery, Mommy's Baked Goods. He later hosted a Food Network show called Smollett Eats and has shared recipes on shows like Good Morning America and The Chew.