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Stephan James
Active Hollywood
- FromToronto, Ontario, Canada
- Based inLos Angeles, California, USA
- Age25–35
- Active2010 – Present
- Updated
Stephan James Biography
Stephan James Basic Information
- Full Name: Stephan James
- Profession: Actor
- Date of Birth: 16 December 1993
- Age (2026): 32 years
- Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Ethnicity: Jamaican descent
- Height: Approx. 6 feet (1.83 m)
Family Background
- Brother: Shamier Anderson (actor)
- Other Siblings: One more brother (Sheldon James)
- Family Background: Jamaican immigrant family
Education
- School: Jarvis Collegiate Institute (Toronto)
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Type | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | My Babysitter’s a Vampire | TV Film | Acting debut |
| 2010–2012 | Degrassi: The Next Generation | TV Series | Early recognition role |
| 2014 | Selma | Film | Breakthrough role as John Lewis |
| 2016 | Race | Film | Major success, Canadian Screen Award winner |
| 2018 | If Beale Street Could Talk | Film | Critically acclaimed performance |
| 2018–2020 | Homecoming | TV Series | Golden Globe nomination |
| 2020 | #FreeRayshawn | TV Series | Emmy nomination |
| 2022 | Surface | TV Series | Lead role in major streaming series |
| 2023 | Beacon 23 | TV Series | Main sci-fi lead role |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson | Film | High-profile project |
| 2026 | I Play Rocky | Film | Playing Carl Weathers (biopic role) |
Recent Activity
- Starring as Carl Weathers in I Play Rocky
- Acting in War Machine
- Producing and starring in The Legacy Lounge
- Recently appeared in The Piano Lesson
- Featured in Beacon 23
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Canadian Screen Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role | Home Again | Nominated |
| 2014 | Black Film Critics Circle Awards | Best Ensemble | Selma | Won |
| 2014 | Georgia Film Critics Association | Best Ensemble | Selma | Nominated |
| 2014 | San Diego Film Critics Society | Best Acting Ensemble | Selma | Nominated |
| 2015 | Black Reel Awards | Outstanding Breakthrough Performance, Male | Selma | Nominated |
| 2015 | Critics’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Ensemble | Selma | Nominated |
| 2015 | Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association | Best Acting Ensemble | Selma | Nominated |
| 2017 | Canadian Screen Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role | Race | Won |
| 2017 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture | Race | Nominated |
| 2017 | Black Reel Awards | Outstanding Actor, TV Movie/Limited Series | Shots Fired | Nominated |
| 2018 | Georgia Film Critics Association | Best Ensemble | If Beale Street Could Talk | Nominated |
| 2018 | Seattle Film Critics Society | Best Ensemble Cast | If Beale Street Could Talk | Nominated |
| 2018 | Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association | Best Acting Ensemble | If Beale Street Could Talk | Nominated |
| 2018 | Women Film Critics Circle | Best Screen Couple | If Beale Street Could Talk | Won |
| 2019 | Black Reel Awards | Outstanding Actor | If Beale Street Could Talk | Nominated |
| 2019 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture | If Beale Street Could Talk | Nominated |
| 2019 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Performance in a Television Series – Drama | Homecoming | Nominated |
| 2020 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series | #FreeRayshawn | Nominated |
| 2021 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Performance in a Short-Form Series | #FreeRayshawn | Nominated |
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About Stephan James
Who is Stephan James?
Stephan James is a Canadian actor known for films like Race and Selma.
What is Stephan James famous for?
He is famous for playing Jesse Owens in Race and Walter Cruz in Homecoming.
Has Stephan James won any awards?
Yes, he won a Canadian Screen Award for Best Actor.
Is Stephan James related to any actor?
Yes, his brother Shamier Anderson is also an actor.
What are his latest projects?
His recent projects include The Piano Lesson, Beacon 23, and upcoming I Play Rocky.
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