J.K. Simmons

Jonathan Kimble Simmons, better known as J.K. Simmons is a prominent American actor acclaimed for his exceptional versatility in both serious and comic roles. Born on January 9, 1955, Simmons boasts an impressive career spanning over five decades across stage and screen. He has received several accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Golden Globe Award for his supporting role in Damien Chazelle's independent film 'Whiplash' (2014).

Best known for portraying J. Jonah Jameson in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy (2002–2007), Simmons has reprised this role within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and has appeared in various Marvel-based animated titles. His versatile oeuvre includes notable roles in films like 'The Cider House Rules' (1999), 'Juno' (2007), 'Burn After Reading' (2008), and 'La La Land' (2016), among others. His successful career on television spans roles in iconic series like HBO's 'Oz', NBC's 'Law & Order', and TNT's 'The Closer'. A talented voice actor, he has been the voice of the Yellow M&M in commercials since 1996 and played notable roles in video games like 'Portal 2' (2011), and the forthcoming 'Baldur's Gate 3' (2023).