Date of Birth: March 24, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
James Joseph Parsons, known professionally as Jim Parsons, is an American actor best known for his role as Sheldon Cooper in the CBS sitcom “The Big Bang Theory.” Born in Houston, Texas, Parsons developed an interest in acting at a young age and pursued it academically. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston and later a Master’s degree from the University of San Diego. Parsons’ portrayal of the socially awkward physicist Sheldon Cooper garnered critical acclaim and won him numerous awards, including four Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. Outside of television, Parsons has performed in various theater productions and films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He has also ventured into production and voice acting, further broadening his career in the entertainment industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Jim Parsons
1. Jim Parsons initially auditioned for “The Big Bang Theory” twice before landing the role of Sheldon Cooper.
2. He is one of the highest-paid television actors, earning up to $1 million per episode for “The Big Bang Theory.”
3. Jim Parsons publicly came out as gay in a 2012 interview with The New York Times.
4. He married his long-time partner, Todd Spiewak, in 2017.
5. Parsons has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2015.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jim Parsons
1. “If I ever wrote a book, it would be called ‘Don’t Be a Dick.’”
2. “Every time I think of Sheldon, I think of my father, and I smile.”
3. “I think intelligence is usually sexy until it becomes irritating. After that, you’re stuck.”
4. “It’s a wonderful time to be a character actor.”
5. “The best advice I’ve ever been given is to listen.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Jim Parsons’ highest net worth achieved is approximately $160 million.
Children
Jim Parsons does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Jim Parsons IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1433588/
2. [Jim Parsons Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Parsons
3. [Jim Parsons Hollywood Walk of Fame](http://www.walkoffame.com/jim-parsons
5. [Jim Parsons on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/therealjimparsons/
