Key Takeaways
- His passion for acting emerged during his college years.
- Hochman has made significant contributions to television, particularly through his recurring role as Jole Hill on the popular CBS series “Blue Bloods.”
- Hochman maintains a daily yoga practice and explores philosophical readings.
Will Hochman (born March 4, 1992) is an American actor known for his performances in theatre, film, and television.
Early Life and Education
Will Hochman was born in New York City, New York.
A Brooklyn native, he initially planned to double major in global studies and Spanish at Colby Colege but ultimately majored in economics, considering a future in finances.
However, his passion for acting emerged during his college years, particularly after an inspiring semester abroad in Salamanca, Spain.
Hochman began to explore acting more seriously in his junior years, performing in various department productions and with Colby’s student-run theater club, Powder and Wig.
He refined his skill in an acting course called “Shakespeare’s Supernatural,” where he gained confidence and honed his creative intuition under the guidance of lecturer Bess Welden.
Career
Theatre
Will Rochman made a significant impact in theatre with his performance in “The Sound Inside” at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, which later transferred to Broadway.
His role in this two-person drama opposite Mary-Louise Parker garnered critical acclaim and won him the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play in 2020.
His other notable stage credits include the original cast of “Dead Poets Society” at the Classic Stage Company and “Sweat” at the Mark Taper Forum.
Film
Hochman’s film career includes notable performances in several films.
- “Let Him Go” (2020) as Tucker, starring alongside Kevin Costner and Diane Lane.
- “Critical Thinking” (2020) as Gil Luna, directed by John Leguizamo.
- “The Greatest Beer Run Ever” (2022) as Tommy Minogue, working with Zac Efron and Bill Murray.
- “Master” (2022) as Tyler, a critically acclaimed thriller on Amazon.
- “Atrabilious” (2023) as Charles.
- “A Paracosm” (TBA) as the lead role in this upcoming feature film.
Television
Hochman has made significant contributions to television, particularly through his recurring role as Jole Hill on the popular CBS series “Blue Bloods.”
Initially cast for a two-episode guest appearance, his role expanded due to the positive reception, leading to frequent appearances over multiple seasons.
Other TV credits include “The Code” (2019) as Sgt. Jacob Kalb, and “Royal Pains” (2014) as a Party Goer.
Short Films
Hochman has also appeared in short films, including “Love,” which ran on the prestigious “Short of the Week” series in 2020.
This film, co-starring Boris McGiver and Susan Sarandon, showcases his athleticism and acting range.
Personal Life
A native of Brooklyn, New York, Hochman maintains a daily yoga practice and explores philosophical readings as part of his approach to mindfulness and living in the present moment.
