James Todd Spader is an American actor. He is known for often portraying eccentric and morally ambiguous characters. He started his career in critically acclaimed independent films before transitioning into television for which he received numerous awards and acclaim including three Primetime Emmy Awards as well as nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, and ten Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Spader’s film roles include Pretty in Pink (1986), Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989), Crash (1996), Stargate (1994), Wolf (1994), Secretary (2002), Lincoln (2012), and The Homesman (2014). He also voiced the role of Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015).
His television roles include those of attorney Alan Shore in the last season of The Practice (2003–2004) and its spin-off Boston Legal (2004–2008), a role which earned him three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. He is also known for his role as Robert California in the sitcom The Office (2011–2012). He currently stars as Raymond “Red” Reddington in the NBC crime series The Blacklist (2013–present).
Spader is known for his distinctive voice and his ability to play complex and often dark characters. He is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films and television shows. He is also a talented voice actor, and his voice has been featured in several animated films and television shows.
Where was James Spader born?
James Spader was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on February 7, 1960. He is the youngest of three children. His parents, Jean and Stoddard Greenwood Spader, were both teachers.
Spader attended Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, where he was involved in the drama program. After graduating from high school, Spader moved to New York City to study acting at the Michael Chekhov School.
Where does actor James Spader live?
James Spader is a private person who rarely shares details about his personal life. However, it is known that he owns properties in New York City and Marion, Massachusetts. He also reportedly has a home in London.
In 2004, Spader purchased a townhouse in Greenwich Village in New York City. The townhouse is located in a quiet neighborhood and has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Spader reportedly also owns a carriage house on the property.
In 2013, Spader purchased a property in Marion, Massachusetts. The property includes two adjacent houses and a total of 13 acres of land. The houses are located on a quiet street and have a view of the ocean.
Spader is also reportedly a homeowner in London. However, details about his London property have not been publicly released.
It is unclear where Spader currently resides. He may split his time between his properties in New York City, Marion, and London.