Jim Parsons, also known as James Joseph Parsons, is an American actor who rose to fame for his role as Sheldon Cooper on the hit CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory from 2007 to 2019.
He has won numerous awards, including four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series.
According to Forbes, in 2018 he earned $26.5 million, making him the highest-paid television actor in the world.
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- Full name: James Joseph Parsons
- Stage name: Jim Parsons
- Date of Birth: March 24, 1973
- Age: 51.
- Birthplace: Houston, Texas, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.86 m
- Parents: Judy Parsons, Jack Parsons
- Siblings: Julie Parsons
- Spouse: Todd Spivak
- Children: None
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $160 million
early life
Jim Parsons was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, and grew up in Spring, a suburb north of the city.
His parents are Milton Joseph “Mickey/Jack” Parsons II and Judy Ann (née McKnight), a teacher. His sister, Julie Ann Parsons, is also a teacher.
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Jim Parsons developed his acting abilities through a solid education. After graduating from high school, he received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre from the University of Houston.
Throughout his studies he devoted himself to theatre, co-founding Infernal Bridegroom Productions and showcasing his talents at Stages Repertory Theatre.
Parsons’ love for acting led him to earn a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree.
He was accepted into the two-year classical theater program at the University of San Diego and the Old Globe Theatre. He received his MFA in 2001.
Profession
American actor Jim Parsons’ career can be divided into three stages: his early works, his fame with “The Big Bang Theory”, and his works after the TV series.
Parsons honed his acting skills by studying theater at the University of Houston and later taking classical theater courses at the University of San Diego. After moving to New York, he gained experience in Off-Broadway productions, appeared in commercials, and had small roles on TV shows such as Judging Amy and Ed.
Additionally, he played roles in several movies including Garden State and School of Mischief.
It was here that Parsons rose to fame, playing Sheldon Cooper, a smart but socially awkward physicist, on the hit CBS series “The Big Bang Theory.”
The show was a huge success and ran for 12 seasons. Parsons received critical acclaim for his performance as Sheldon and won four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe Award.
As a result, his salary increased significantly and he became the highest-paid television actor in the world.
After The Big Bang Theory ended, Parsons remained active in the entertainment industry. He returned to the theater industry and starred in the Broadway play The Boys in the Band.
He also voiced characters in animated series such as The Simpsons and Pete the Cat.
He has also starred in films such as Hidden Figures and Extremely Wicked.
He serves as executive producer and narrator of the prequel series Young Sheldon, keeping in touch with Sheldon Cooper’s world.
All in all, Jim Parsons has had a colorful and fruitful career, from his initial theater work to his current sitcom stardom to his current pursuit of various acting projects.
Awards and nominations
victory:
- Primetime Emmy Awards: Parsons holds the record for the most wins for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, winning four times for The Big Bang Theory [Emmy Awards].
- Golden Globes: Parsons wins Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series for “The Big Bang Theory” [Golden Globe Awards].
- Critics’ Choice Television Awards: He won two awards in this category for his comedy performances.
- People’s Choice Award: Parsons has won the People’s Choice Award three times, which fully reflects his fan-favorite personality.
- Kids’ Choice Awards: Parsons even won Favorite TV Actor
Nominations:
- Parsons’ Emmy recognition extends beyond just nominations.
- He was also nominated for a Satellite Award for Best Actor in a TV Series – Musical or Comedy for his role in The Big Bang Theory.
- Parsons has been nominated for several Screen Actors Guild Awards, including Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture and Outstanding Ensemble Performance by a Comedy Series.
- He was even nominated for a Bravo Otto Award (Hot Couple Award).
social media
- Instagram: @therealjimparsons
- Facebook account: Jim Parsons
- Twitter account: N/A
personal life
According to an article in People magazine, Parsons legally married his spouse, art director Todd Spiewak, in 2017. The couple had been in a long-term relationship before they got married.
Parsons described their relationship as ordinary, focusing on daily habits and living together. In 2012, Parsons publicly announced that they were gay.
During their time together, they cared for several dogs, one of which, Rufus, became their treasured companion.
Filmography
television
- The Big Bang Theory as Sheldon Cooper
- Young Sheldon as Narrator (Voiceover)
- Normal Heart as Tommy Boatwright
- henry willson in hollywood
- Playing himself
There are a lot more…
Movie
- Jia Ru Oh (voiceover)
- Hidden Figures as Paul Stafford
- Extremely Wicked, Shocking, and Vile as Larry Simpson
- Extremely wicked, shockingly evil, and vile
- A Kid Like Jack as Greg Wheeler
There are a lot more…
net worth
Jim Parsons is an American actor and producer who has a net worth of $160 million.
