Date of Birth: June 10, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Shane West, born Shannon Bruce Snaith on June 10, 1978, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is an American actor, singer, and songwriter. He is best known for his roles in television series such as “ER” where he portrayed Dr. Ray Barnett, and “Nikita” where he played Michael Bishop. West also starred in the romantic drama film “A Walk to Remember” alongside Mandy Moore, which garnered him significant acclaim. West grew up in a family deeply rooted in the arts; his mother, Leah Catherine, was a lawyer and his father, Don Snaith, owned a drugstore. Both of his parents were musicians, which influenced his passion for music. He moved to Los Angeles at the age of 15 to pursue a career in acting. After several minor roles, he landed his breakthrough role on “Once and Again,” playing Eli Sammler. In addition to his acting career, Shane West is also a musician. He was the lead vocalist for the punk rock band Jonny Was and later joined the band The Germs, taking on the role of the late Darby Crash for their tours.
5 Interesting Facts about Shane West
1. Shane West’s real name is Shannon Bruce Snaith.
2. He starred in the film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ novel “A Walk to Remember” in 2002.
3. West joined the band The Germs, replacing the late Darby Crash, and performed with them on various tours.
4. He has a tattoo of a quote from “A Walk to Remember” on his left shoulder.
5. West has also lent his voice to several animated series and video games.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Shane West
1. “I think every actor wants to be an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel.”
2. “Music is my second passion after acting. It’s something I’ve been doing since I was a kid.”
3. “I’ve always been a fan of the underdog, and I still am one.”
4. “Being on ‘ER’ was a dream come true. It was one of the best experiences of my life.”
5. “I’ve had the privilege of playing some amazing characters, and I hope to continue doing so.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Shane West’s net worth was estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
As of the latest available information, Shane West does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Shane West on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0922342/
2. [Shane West on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shane_West
3. [Shane West’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/shanewest
4. [Shane West’s Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/theshanewest/
5. [Shane West’s filmography on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/shane_west