James Remar Biography

Fast Facts

• Received the Life Career Award from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films in 2012
• Trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York
• Was inspired to become an actor after seeing the film "Spartacus" at the age of seven
• Quote: "Any good actor is a character actor․"
• Quote: "I'm expressing myself by acting․ I'm learning about myself, and I'm making a living․ I hope to do much more of it, so I can contribute my share to the world․"
• Frequently takes on the role of villainous characters
• Is primarily known for portraying arrogant, mischievous characters
• Is the voice behind the Lexus commercials in 2009
• Voiced the character Executor Hideo in the video game "Destiny" in 2014