James Ransone

**James 'PJ' Finley Ransone III**, widely recognized as an American actor, was born on June 2, 1979. A dynamic actor, he is most renowned for an array of roles across different genres and mediums. He first gained recognition as Ziggy Sobotka in the critically acclaimed drama series 'The Wire'. Later he impressed audiences with his performance as US Marine Corps Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the war drama miniseries 'Generation Kill (2008)'. He has also made a significant impact in the world of horror, with his performances in films like 'Sinister (2012)' and 'Sinister 2 (2015)', solidifying his skills as a versatile actor. Ransone was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of a Vietnam War veteran, and received his education at the esteemed George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology in Towson, Maryland. An aspect of his personal life that is noteworthy includes overcoming his heroin addiction and becoming sober in 2007. Ransone's career also resonates with the tenacity he demonstrated in his personal life, highlighted by his consistent performances in a range of roles from a bank robber in Spike Lee's 2006 heist movie 'Inside Man' to starring in the AMC drama series 'Low Winter Sun'. His performance as Eddie Kaspbrak in the horror film 'It Chapter Two', has further asserted his prominence in the cinematic universe.