Jim Parsons

Jim Parsons, best known for his unforgettable role as Sheldon Cooper in the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory, is an American actor who has been active from 1993 to the present. From 2007 to 2019, Parsons charmed audiences with his portrayal of Sheldon, earning him accolades such as four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series Musical or Comedy. From 2015 to 2018, Forbes gaze him the title of the world's highest-paid television actor. Alongside his television career, Parsons has made notable appearances in film, providing the lead voice in Home (2015) and taking on supporting roles in films like Hidden Figures (2016) and The Boys in the Band (2020). He was also Emmy-nominated for his roles in the HBO film The Normal Heart (2011) and the Netflix series Hollywood (2020).

Born James Joseph Parsons on March 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas, Parsons became enamored with acting at a young age. After graduating from high school, he earned a BA degree in Theater from the University of Houston and later a M.F.A. degree in acting from Old Globe Theatre/University of San Diego in 2001. In New York, Parsons worked in Off-Broadway productions and eventually found his breakthrough role in The Big Bang Theory. He reportedly auditioned for between 15 and 30 television pilots before finding his iconic character Sheldon Cooper. Parsons' powerful performances have earned him critical acclaim, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In his personal life, Parsons is married to art director Todd Spiewak and they live together in New York. He is also a supporter of Democratic political campaigns, including that of Hillary Clinton in the 2016 United States presidential elections.