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Corin Nemec Biography

Birth Name:Joseph Charles Nemec

Birth Place:Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Profession Actor, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack, Director

Fast Facts

  • Trained in acting with the Center Stage LA theatre company and found an agent after performing in one of the company's talent showcases
  • His father, Joseph C․ Nemec III, was the production and art designer for films like "Twister" and "The Goonies․"
  • While being transported to the set of "Poseidon Rex" in 2013, he was involved in a boating accident that shattered his leg and required numerous blood transfusions
  • Made his screen acting debut in the TV series "Sidekicks" in 1987 when he was 12 years old
  • Was inspired to become an actor after seeing "The Goonies," in addition to being influenced by his parents' artistic professions
  • His first major role in film was Noble Tucker in 1988's "Tucker: The Man and His Dream," which helped to kick start his career
  • Best known for playing Parker Lewis in "Parker Lewis Can't Lose" and Jonas Quinn in "Stargate SG-1․"
  • Appeared in the music video for Willie Nelson's song "Beer for My Horses․"
  • In the 1990s he joined the rap group Starship of Foolz, which was produced by actor Balthazar Getty

Awards

  • 1989Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Special: nominated
  • 1990Young Artist Award-Best Young Actor Starring in a TV Movie, Pilot or Special: nominated
  • 1992Young Artist Award-Best Young Actor Starring in a Television Series: nominated
  • 1993Young Artist Award-Outstanding Young Comedian in a Television Series: nominated