Jason Lee
Jason Michael Lee (born April 25, 1970 in Orange, California) is an American professional Skateboarder turned actor.[1] Growing up in Orange, California, he became a skateboarder at age 13.[2] As a professional skateboarder he traveled worldwide and appeared in several skateboard videos.[2] With a friend he founded the companies Stereo Skateboards and Stereo Sounds Clothing.[2] Deciding to get out of skateboarding before he was too old, he began acting in 1993. His first break as a lead actor came in 1995 and the movie Mallrats (alongside Jeremy London).[2] He continued to appear in a number of major Hollywood movies. He is known as an indie darling known for playing quirky characters.[3] In 2005, he gambled on accepting the lead in the My Name is Earl television series. The sitcom ran for four years.[3] In 2007, he played Dave Seville in Alvin and the Chipmunks.[3] He played the role again in the 2009 sequel.[3]
Jason Lee | |
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Born | Jason Michael Lee April 25, 1970 |
Nationality | American |
Other names | Jason Michael Lee Jason Micheal Lee Jayson Lee Jayson Michael Lee Jayson Micheal Lee |
Education | Ocean View High School |
Occupation(s) | Stand-up comedian, actor, producer, singer, skateboarder, voice artist, and comedian |
Years active | 1980–present |
Known for | My Name Is Earl The Incredibles Alvin and the Chipmunks |
Spouse(s) | Carmen Llywelyn (1995–2001) Ceren Alkaç (2008–present) |
Partner | Beth Riesgraf (2001–2007) |
Children | 4 |
Parent(s) | Greg Lee Carol Lee |
References
change- ↑ "Jason Lee Biography". Bio/A&E Television Network, LLC. Archived from the original on 25 June 2018. Retrieved 19 February 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Jason Lee". Flixster. Archived from the original on 1 December 2015. Retrieved 19 February 2016.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Jason Lee". TV Guide. Retrieved 19 February 2016.