Jake Lloyd is an American actor, best known for his role as young Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars prequel trilogy:

1. He played Anakin in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace" (1999)

2. He reprised the role in "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones" (2002)

Some key points about Jake Lloyd:

- Born on December 27, 1989, in Dallas, Texas

- Began acting at a young age, appearing in commercials and TV shows before landing the role in Star Wars

- After the Star Wars films, he continued to act in smaller roles and TV productions

- Retired from acting in 2009 at the age of 19

- Has dealt with mental health issues and has been in and out of psychiatric hospitals

Lloyd's portrayal of young Anakin was well-received by fans and critics alike, though the overall reception of the prequel trilogy has been more mixed. His role as Anakin remains his most notable and recognizable performance.