Michael Jace
Michael Andrew Jace (born July 13, 1962) is an American former actor best known for his role as Officer Julien Lowe on the FX television series The Shield. His acting career came to an abrupt end in 2014 when he was convicted of murdering his wife, April Jace.[1][2]
Michael Jace | |
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| Born | Michael Andrew Jace July 13, 1962 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1992–2014 |
| Known for | The Shield |
| Criminal status | Incarcerated |
| Spouses |
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| Children | 3 |
Early Life
changeMichael Jace was born on July 13, 1962, in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. Details about his early life and education remain sparse. Before embarking on an acting career, he was reportedly involved in theater.[3]
Acting Career
changeJace began his acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in minor roles in television and film. His breakout role came in 2002 when he was cast as Officer Julien Lowe, a deeply religious and conflicted LAPD officer, in the FX crime drama series The Shield. He appeared in the series throughout its entire run (2002–2008).
- Forrest Gump (1994) – Black Panther member
- Boogie Nights (1997) – Jerome
- Planet of the Apes (2001) – Major Frank Santos
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation – Guest role[4]
- ER – Guest role
Jace's career included a mix of guest roles on television and supporting roles in films. Despite his talent, he was largely recognized for his role in The Shield.[5][6]
Legal Issues
changeIn 2014, Michael Jace was arrested and later charged with the murder of his wife, April Jace. The incident occurred on May 19, 2014, at their Los Angeles home, following a domestic dispute. April Jace, a financial aid counselor and mother of two of Jace's children, was shot multiple times.
During his trial, Jace admitted to the killing but claimed it was not premeditated. He was found guilty of second-degree murder in 2016 and sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.
Personal Life
changeMichael Jace was married twice. His first marriage, to Jennifer Bitterman, ended in divorce in 2002. He married April Jace in 2003, with whom he had two sons. Following April Jace's death, their children were placed under the care of relatives.
Filmography
changeFilm
change- Forrest Gump (1994) – Black Panther member
- Boogie Nights (1997) – Jerome
- Planet of the Apes (2001) – Major Frank Santos
Television
change- The Shield (2002–2008) – Officer Julien Lowe
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation – Guest role
- ER – Guest role
- NYPD Blue – Guest role
References
change- ↑ Staff, A. O. L. (2024-11-14). "These 18 Famous People Are Currently In Prison For Their Crimes, Including Homicide". www.aol.com. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "'Shield' actor Michael Jace guilty of murdering wife". The Times of India. 2016-06-01. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "The Shield actor Michael Jace guilty of murdering wife". BBC News. 2016-05-31. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "The Shield Actor Michael Jace Convicted of Wife's Murder". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ Press, The Associated (2016-05-24). "Prosecutor says 'Shield' actor Michael Jace taunted wife before killing her". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ Kenneally, Tim (2016-05-25). "Michael Jace Murder Trial: Actor's Son Testifies That He Heard His Mother Get Shot". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
Other websites
change- Michael Jace on IMDb