James Marsden is a popular American actor from the Hollywood movie industry and has appeared in several memorable supporting roles in super hit movies.
James Marsden, besides being a successful actor, is also a talented singer as well as being a former model with global luxury brand Versace.
Initially, after his stint as a model, James Marsden began his acting career with small roles in popular TV sitcoms and TV shows in America. James Marsden is best renowned for playing the Marvel character ‘Cyclops’ in the ‘X-Men’ movie franchise.
James Marsden has won several awards and has had numerous award nominations to her credit as well.
About James Marsden
Bio | |
| Real Name | James Paul Marsden |
| Nickname | J. P. and Bello Jimmy |
| Date of Birth | 18th September 1973 |
| Age | 50 |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Place of Birth | Stillwater (Oklahoma) |
| Education | Graduated from Putnam City North High School (Oklahoma City) |
Physical Stats | |
| Height | 5 ft 10" (178 cm) approximately |
| Weight | 165 lbs (75 kg) approximately |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
Family & Relationships | |
| Father | James Luther Marsden (Professor) |
| Mother | Kathleen Scholtz Marsden (Nutritionist) |
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| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Girlfriend | Edei (British Singer/Songwriter) |
Career | |
| Profession | Actor/Singer/Model |
| Net Worth | INR 56,00,00,000 (USD 8 Million) |
| Famous for | MOVIES - No Dessert Dad, Till You Mow the Lawn (1994), Public Enemies (1996), Disturbing Behavior (1998), X-Men (2000), Zoolander (2001), Interstate 60: Episodes of the Road (2002), X-2: X-Men United (2003), The Notebook (2004), Heights (2005), X-Men: The Last Stand, Superman Returns (2006), Enchanted, 27 Dresses (2007), Sex Drive (2008), The Box (2009), Death at a Funeral (2010), Hop (2011), Bachelorette (2012), Anchorman-2: The Legend Continues (2013), X-Men: Days of Future Past, The Best of Me, The Loft (2014), Accidental Love (2015), Shock and Awe (2017) TELEVISION - Saved by the Bell: The New Class - "Homecoming King" (1993), Boogies Diner (1995), Blossom - "The Date" (1995), Gone in a Heartbeat (1996), Second Noah (1996-1997), Extreme Ghostbusters - "Ghost Apocalypse Future" (1997), The Outer Limits - "Rite of Passage" (1998), Ally McBeal (2001-2002), Robot Chicken - "Especially the Animal Keith Crofford" (2009), Modern Family - "Slow Down Your Neighbors" (2011), 30 Rock (2012-2013), Wander Over Yonder (2014-2016), Westworld (2016-2018) |
| First Movie | No Dessert Dad, Till You Mow the Lawn (1994) |
| Hobbies | Loves to sing |
James Marsden is one of the most talented young actors from the Hollywood movie industry and a renowned star in the American television industry as well as being a talented singer and former model. Today, James Marsden has won several prestigious awards and has had numerous award nominations for his excellent acting skills.
James Marsden’s age is around 50, as James Marsden was born on the 18th of September, 1973 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. James Marsden’s height is around 5 ft 10 inches (178 cm) while James Marsden’s weight is around 75 kg (165 lbs). In his spare time, James Marsden lists singing as part of his hobbies.
James Marsden’s father is James Luther Marsden, a professor of Animal Science at Kansas State University while James Marsden’s mother is Kathleen Scholtz Marsden, a nutritionist by profession. James Marsden’s ex-girlfriend include popular Brazilian model Rose Costa, while James Marsden’s ex-wife is TV actress Mary Elizabeth “Lisa” Linde, whom he was married to from July of 2000 to September of 2011. James Marsden’s girlfriend currently is British singer and songwriter, Edei. James Marsden has three lovely children – son Jack Holden Marsden and daughter Mary James Marsden with his ex-wife Lisa Linde while James Marsden has another son, William Luca Costa-Marsden who was born with his ex-girlfriend Rose Costa.
Thanks to his impressive acting talent which he showcases with popular roles in movies of different genres, James Marsden’s net worth is estimated around INR 56 crores (USD 8 Million).
As for the recognition for his acting skills, James Marsden is the winner of several renowned acting awards and has had numerous award nominations to his credit as well.
James Marsden won the Blockbuster Entertainment Award for Favorite Supporting Actor – Science Fiction for his impressive portrayal of Scott Summers/Cyclops in the Marvel movie ‘X-Men’ (2001), apart from getting 2 award nominations as well.
James Marsden later won the Hollywood Film Festival Award for Ensemble of the Year, the Critics Choice Award for Best Ensemble and won the Pal Springs International Film Festival Award for Best Ensemble Cast for ‘Hairspray’ (2007) apart from having 3 award nominations as well.
James Marsden is also the winner of the Online Film & Television Association Award for Best Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in ‘Modern Family’ (2011) apart from being the winner of the Savannah Film Festival’s 2011 Spotlight Award also.
Besides having won 6 awards, James Marsden has also had around 15 award nominations to his credit till now.
Interesting Facts About James Marsden
- James Marsden is a teetotaler and does not smoke nor does he drink alcohol.
- James Marsden never planned on entering Hollywood as an actor but a chance encounter with actor Kirk Cameroon and his sister while vacationing in Hawaii in 1991, who invited James Marsden to visit them in Los Angeles initiated his interest in acting.
- James Marsden enrolled at the Oklahoma State University to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, however he decided to drop out of college after only one and half years to pursue a career in acting.
- James Marsden is also a talented singer who has sung around 5 popular songs, mostly for his movies.
- James Marsden prefers to stay grounded and not get influenced by his celebrity status.
