Kelley Jakle is a 37-year-old American actress and singer-songwriter, best known as Jessica in the Pitch Perfect films.
She was born June 27, 1989, stands about 5'6", and has an estimated net worth near $3 million in 2026. She also performs in the Americana duo Robin Alice. Her net worth and height are estimates, not verified figures.
Kelley Jakle Quick Facts (2026 Update)
| Fact | Detail | Confidence |
| Full name | Kelley Alice Jakle | High |
| Birth date | June 27, 1989 | High |
| Age (Sept 2026) | 37 | High |
| Birthplace | Carmichael, California | Medium |
| Height | About 5'6" (168 cm) | Medium |
| Profession | Actress, singer-songwriter | High |
| Known for | Jessica Smith in Pitch Perfect | High |
| Net worth | About $3 million (estimate) | Low |
How Old Is Kelley Jakle?
Multiple bio sites list June 27, 1989 as her birth date. That makes her 37 in 2026. Many older pages still show her age as 31 or 34.
- She turned 37 on June 27, 2026.
- Her zodiac sign is Cancer.
- Her next birthday is June 27, 2027, when she turns 38.
Where Was Kelley Jakle Born?
Wikipedia says she was born in Carmichael, California. Her official bio calls her an actress and singer/songwriter from Sacramento. Both can be true, since Carmichael is a Sacramento suburb.
How Tall Is Kelley Jakle?
Most bio sites list her height as 5 feet 6 inches. That equals about 168 cm. No official source confirms it, so treat it as an approximation.
Kelley Jakle Early Life and Education
Kelley grew up as the only girl with two older brothers. She played competitive soccer, basketball, and swimming before singing took over.
- She started in the Sacramento Children's Chorus.
- She sang for a national audience at a San Francisco 49ers event.
- She founded her high school a cappella group.
- She attended the University of Southern California.
Her college years shaped her career. She joined USC's SoCal VoCals in 2007. That group won the ICCA a cappella championship in 2008 and 2010.
Kelley Jakle Career Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
| 2009 | Competed on The Sing-Off season one with "The SoCals" |
| 2010 | Returned to The Sing-Off with "The Backbeats" |
| 2012 | Debuted as Jessica in Pitch Perfect, cast as an a cappella "ringer" |
| 2013 | Appeared in 42 and released singles, including a Paramore cover |
| 2015 | Reprised Jessica in Pitch Perfect 2 |
| 2016 | Originated Marilyn Monroe in the musical Marilyn! |
| 2017 | Returned for Pitch Perfect 3 |
Her roles beyond that franchise are smaller. She also had a guest spot on CBS's Scorpion in 2014.
What Is Kelley Jakle's Connection to Branch Rickey?
Kelley is Branch Rickey's great-granddaughter. Rickey was the Dodgers executive who signed Jackie Robinson. She then appeared in the 2013 film 42. Harrison Ford played Rickey in that film.
Some sites wrongly call Rickey her father. He is not.
What Is Robin Alice?
Robin Alice is Kelley's Americana duo. The duo released an EP in 2019. It shows her move from a cappella toward folk and roots music.
Her Instagram bio says she posts more on Patreon, with new music and behind-the-scenes videos monthly. She has 181K Instagram followers.
Kelley Jakle Net Worth 2026
Published estimates conflict, so treat any single number carefully.
| Source | Net worth claim |
| The Daily Biography | $100Kā$1 million |
| Wiki.ng | $1ā5 million |
| The City Celeb | About $3 million |
- Likely income sources: franchise roles, TV work, music, and session singing.
- Best estimate: $1ā3 million.
- Reliability: Low. Nobody has published her financial records.
Kelley Jakle Personal Life and Relationships
Kelley keeps her private life quiet. Here is what public sources report.
| Partner | Period | Status |
| Adam DeVine | 2012ā2014 | Reported; they met on the Pitch Perfect set |
| Ian Bohen | 2014 | Rumored, briefly |
| Mark Hapka | Since about 2016 | Reported by fan and bio sites; unconfirmed by her |
She has no children and often posts about her dog. No reliable source confirms a marriage. Fan sites disagree on her current status, so verify through her own posts.
Her Pitch Perfect friendships remain public. Brittany Snow is reportedly her best friend and former roommate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How old is Kelley Jakle in 2026?
Q: How old is Kelley Jakle in 2026?
A: Kelley Jakle is 37 years old in 2026. She was born on June 27, 1989, so she turned 37 in June. Ages on older websites are often outdated.
Q: What is Kelley Jakle best known for?
Q: What is Kelley Jakle best known for?
A: Kelley Jakle is best known for playing Jessica Smith in the Pitch Perfect trilogy from 2012 to 2017. She was cast partly for her a cappella background. She also performs music as part of the duo Robin Alice.
Q: How tall is Kelley Jakle?
Q: How tall is Kelley Jakle?
A: Kelley Jakle is commonly listed at about 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm). This figure comes from biography sites, not an official source. Treat it as approximate.
Q: Is Kelley Jakle related to Branch Rickey?
Q: Is Kelley Jakle related to Branch Rickey?
A: Yes, Kelley Jakle is the great-granddaughter of baseball executive Branch Rickey. Rickey signed Jackie Robinson to the Dodgers organization. Some websites incorrectly call him her father.
Q: What is Kelley Jakle's net worth?
Q: What is Kelley Jakle's net worth?
A: Estimates place Kelley Jakle's net worth around $3 million, though published figures range from $100,000 to $5 million. The numbers come from unverified bio sites. No audited financial data exists.
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