J. K. Simmons
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J. K. Simmons was born on January 9, 1955, in Detroit[1][2][3][4][5][6][7] and holds United States citizenship. He attended Thomas Worthington High School, Ohio State University, and the University of Montana. His occupations include film actor, voice actor, character actor, stage actor, television actor, and actor[1][8].
He has received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role[9].
Key Facts
- Spouse: Michelle Schumacher[9]
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Native language: English[11]
- Ethnic group: Americans[12]
- Occupation: actor[13], musician[14]
- Educated at: University of Montana[15], Ohio State University[16], Thomas Worthington High School[17]
- Notable work: Whiplash[18], Spider-Man[19]
- Award received: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor[20], BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Commons category: J. K. Simmons[23]
- Family name: Simmons (surname)[24]
- Given name: Jonathan[25], Kimble[26]
- Filmography: J. K. Simmons filmography[27]
- Nominated for: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor[28]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[29]
- Birth name: Jonathan Kimble Simmons[30]
- Name in native language: J. K. Simmons[31]
- Start of work period: 1986[32], 1975[33], 1976[34], 1977[35], 1972[36], 1970[37]
Why It Matters
J. K. Simmons has Wikipedia articles in 29 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[38] He is known by 44 alternative names across languages and contexts.[39]
FAQs
Where was J. K. Simmons born?
J. K. Simmons's place of birth was Detroit[2].
Who was J. K. Simmons married to?
J. K. Simmons's spouses include Michelle Schumacher[9].
What did J. K. Simmons do for work?
J. K. Simmons worked as a film actor[3], voice actor[4], character actor[5], stage actor[6], and television actor[7].
Where did J. K. Simmons go to school?
J. K. Simmons was educated at University of Montana[15], Ohio State University[16], and Thomas Worthington High School[17].
What awards did J. K. Simmons receive?
Honors received include Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor[20] and BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role[21].