Simon Rex Hometown: New York, NY Birthday: July 20 Even if you don't recognize him as "Eli" from Felicity, you'll remember Simon Rex as one of MTV's top VJ's. Rex' good looks are a clue to his original career — Tommy Hilfiger model at age 18. From there, it was a two-year stint "getting jiggy with it" hosting a series of programs on MTV. He made the leap from interviewing stars to being one through several TV and comedy appearances including the tough assignment of being funny on demand with "Instant Comedy at the Groundlings." In that program, as well as the 1998 film "Snapped," Rex had the honor of playing himself! His role on Jack & Jill comes on the heels of a recurring role as one of Felicity's love interests, as well as a part on "Katie Joplin," a WB summer series.