David Jacobs is an American actor best known for playing Creator in Dallas.
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Best Known For:The television show Dallas
Breakthrough:Created the legendary CBS primetime soap opera Dallas in 1978
10 Quick Facts About David Jacobs
- Full Name: David Jacobs
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Dallas
- Date of Birth: August 12, 1939
- Age: 87 years old
- Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland
- Spouse / Partner: Diana Jacobs
- Specialization: Screenwriter and Producer
- Net Worth: $109,000-$7,613,000 (Estimated range)

David Jacobs Age
David Jacobs is about 87 years old as of 2026. David Jacobs was born in 1939.
Education
He attended Maryland Institute College of Art, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts.
- Maryland Institute College of Art
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Fine Arts
Rise to Fame
David Jacobs rose to prominence for his role on the television show Dallas.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Dallas and Knots Landing.
- TV Show: Dallas (Creator, 1978-1991)
- TV Show: Knots Landing (Creator, 1979-1993)
Personal Information
- Full Name: David Jacobs
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: August 12, 1939
- Age: 87
- Birthday: August 12
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland
Family & Relationships
- Spouse / Partner: Diana Jacobs
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $44,000–$438,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $109,000–$7,613,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Performance contracts and related creative work









