Matt Prokop is one of 3 brand new High School Musical stars set to appear in High School Musical 3, playing a character called Jimmy Soto.

During the open casting call for High School Musical 3, Kenny Ortega stated that: "Matt has a terrific personality, and a great sense of comedy and fun."

Here are some facts about Matt Prokop himself!

Date of Birth: 29 July 1990
Born: Victoria, Texas, USA
Family: Older sister, Stephanie
Favourite Actors: Leonardo DiCaprio & Mark Wahlberg

To carry on the tradtion of his fellow High School Musical 3 stars, Matt has guest starred in the hit Disney Channel Show Hannah Montana, in the episode "School Bully", where he played Troy McCann. He has also had a guest role on The Office.

Matt Prokop had a role in the movie An Angel Named Billy, as well as parts in the movies Marked, Walking Mircales, Somewhere Else and Four Square.

To learn more about Matt Prokop's character, check out Jimmy Soto's Character Page!