Jake Anderson wiki, bio, net worth, wife, kids, family.

Jake Anderson is more than just a fisherman. He is a captain of the Saga, a co-owner of the boat, a star of the hit TV show Deadliest Catch, a skateboarder with a passion, a best-selling author of a memoir, and a survivor of unimaginable hardships. He has braved the perilous waters of the Bering Sea, endured the heartbreaking deaths of his sister and father, and battled the dark forces of addiction and homelessness. He has also fulfilled his aspirations of becoming a leader, a father, and a role model. He is a man of courage, resilience, and faith. This is his story.

In this article, you will get a glimpse into his life on and off the water. You will learn about his fishing adventures, his reality TV fame, and his skateboarding career. You will hear about his family, his beliefs, and his supporters. You will witness how Jake Anderson transformed his life, seized his opportunities, and created his own destiny. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the real Jake Anderson, the man behind the legend.

Early Life:

Jake Anderson, born as Jacob Van Martin Anderson on September 16, 1980, in Anacortes, Washington, is an American fishing captain and TV personality. He grew up in a fishing town, following his father Keith Arthur Anderson, who was a U.S. Army veteran and a fourth-generation fisherman. He also had a sister, Chelsea Dawn Anderson, who died unexpectedly in 2009.

As a child, Jake was passionate about skateboarding and dreamed of becoming a professional skater. However, a severe ankle injury shattered his hopes and led him to alcohol and drug addiction. He spent two years living on the streets, struggling with his demons. He finally realized that he had to give up skateboarding and find a new purpose in life. He decided to pursue a career in fishing, following his father’s footsteps and his family’s tradition. 

Professional Career:

Jake Anderson is an American fishing captain and co-owner of the F/V Saga, a crab fishing vessel that operates in the Bering Sea. He started his career as a salmon fisherman in Bristol Bay, Alaska, but in 2007, he got a chance to join the crew of the F/V Northwestern, one of the most successful boats in the Discovery Channel documentary series Deadliest Catch. Under the mentorship of Captain Sig Hansen, Jake learned the ropes of the dangerous and lucrative crab fishing industry, and rose from a greenhorn to a deck boss in 2012. That same year, he obtained his USCG Mate 1600-ton license and Master 100-ton Captain’s license, and in 2015, he became the captain and co-owner of the F/V Saga. Since then, he has been leading his own crew on the Saga, except for a brief period in 2018 when he switched to the F/V Kiska Sea. Jake is also a professional skateboarder, a bestselling author, and a father of three.

Deadliest Catch:

Deadliest Catch is a thrilling and captivating reality TV show that takes viewers on a journey into the world of crab fishing in Alaska. Since 2005, the show has been airing on the Discovery Channel and reaching audiences across the globe. The show follows the adventures and struggles of various captains and crews who brave the icy and stormy conditions of the Bering Sea in search of the lucrative king crab and snow crab. One of the most prominent and inspiring figures on the show is Jake Anderson, the captain and co-owner of the Saga.

Jake started his career as a greenhorn on the Northwestern, where he learned the ropes from the legendary Sig Hansen. After proving his skills and resilience, Jake became the deck boss of the Northwestern and earned his captain’s licenses such as USCG Mate 1600-ton license and Master 100-ton Captain’s license.

In 2015, Jake took a leap of faith and bought the Saga from its former captain Elliot Neese. Since then, Jake has been leading his crew with courage and determination, overcoming personal and professional challenges along the way. Jake has appeared in 216 episodes of Deadliest Catch as the captain of the Saga from 2007 to 2022. He has also starred in several spin-offs and specials of the show, such as Deadliest Catch: The Bait, where he shares his insights and opinions on the fishing season, Deadliest Catch: Inside the Catch, where he reveals behind-the-scenes secrets and stories, Deadliest Catch: Trial of a Generation, where he faces a historic pandemic and a rival Russian fleet, and Deadliest Catch: The Viking Returns, where he teams up with his mentor Sig Hansen to catch more crab.

Net Worth-How Rich is Jake Anderson?

Jake is not only a sea adventurer, but also a successful author and entrepreneur. He wrote and published his autobiography, titled “Relapsed”, on April 4, 2014. The book chronicles his struggles with addiction and recovery, as well as his passion for the ocean. Jake also owns a line of skateboarding shoes, inspired by his love for the sport. His ventures have earned him a net worth of $2.5 million as of now.

Public appearances:

Over the years Jake has been seen attending several events including making appeareances for the promotion of Deadliest Catch. Here are some of them:

• Jake Anderson attended Discovery’s “Deadliest Catch” Season 15 Premiere Event at The Paley Center for Media on April 09, 2019, in Beverly Hills, California.
• He also attended Discovery’s “Deadliest Catch” Season 14 Premiere Event at The Space Needle on April 03, 2018, in Seattle, Washington.
• Jake was also attending Discovery’s “Deadliest Catch” Season 13 Premiere Event at Gallery I at Spring Studios on March 29, 2017, in New York City.
• Jake Anderson spoke at the 2016 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market at Salt Palace Convention Center on January 8, 2016, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
• Jake Anderson was seen signing copies of his book Relapse at Barnes & Noble bookstore at The Grove on April 29, 2014, in Los Angeles, California.

Personal Life

Wife and kids:

Jake Anderson met his wife, Jenna Patterson, at a festival in Seattle in 2009 and they tied the knot in 2012. The couple lives in Seattle with their three sons: Aiden, Cadence, and Luka. Their eldest Aiden Benn Arthur Anderson was born in January 2015 followed by Cadence Anderson born in June 2017 and the youngest Luke Anderson was born in March 2020.

Jake and Jenna have a strong and happy marriage, as evident from their social media posts. They have shared photos of their romantic dates, exotic vacations, festive holidays and fun family outings. Despite facing some challenges and tragedies in their lives, such as Jake’s addiction, his sister’s death and his father’s disappearance, they have supported each other and overcome them together. They also love spending time with their kids and having fun as a family.

Family Tragedies:

Jake Anderson has faced many personal tragedies in his life despite his success as a fisherman. In 2009, he received the devastating news that his sister, Chelsea Dawn Anderson, had died unexpectedly from complications due to pneumonia. She was 37 and had a history of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and. Jake paid tribute to her on the 11th anniversary of her passing and shared his struggles with her loss. He wrote on Facebook:

“Missing my sister Chelsea today… The world took Chelsea’s body away from her at age 2. Growing up she was looked at funny, and constantly taken advantage of. She didn’t care, she remained happy… Finally at age 37 Pneumonia set in and on Friday the 13th February 2009 Chelsea Dawn Anderson the strongest most beautiful person in the world died while kicking the world’s face in! Thanks for teaching me what strength truly is Chelsea.”

Less than a year after his sister’s death, Jake’s father, Keith Anderson, went missing and was presumed dead. His truck was found abandoned in a remote area of Skagit County, but the retired high school counselor was nowhere to be seen. Jake learned of his father’s disappearance while working as a deckhand on the Northwestern. In 2012, a hiker found the remains of Keith’s body. No one has ever been arrested for Keith’s murder. 

Wiki/bio Facts:

Full name	Jacob Van Martin Anderson
Age	43 years old
Date of Birth	September 16, 1980
Place of Birth	Anacortes, Washington, United States
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Caucasian
Eye Color	Greenish Blue
Hair Color	Brown
Gender	Male
Sexuality	Straight
Height	N/A
Education	N/A
Career	Television Personality, Commercial Fisherman, Captain
Net Worth	$2.5 M
Marital Status	Married
Wife	Jenna Anderson (m. 2012-present)
Children	Aiden Benn Arthur Anderson, Cadence Anderson, Luke Anderson
Father	Keith Arthur Anderson
Mother	Donna Anderson
Siblings	5
Sister	Chelsea Dawn Anderson
Zodiac	Virgo
Social Media	Facebook, Instagram, Twitter