James Rolfe
Actor and creator of Angry Video Game Nerd
Born
July 10th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actor, director, and producer recognized for creating and portraying the Angry Video Game Nerd, a character featured in a web series that critiques retro video games. The series gained significant popularity online, leading to a feature film in 2014. Beyond gaming, created numerous other video series and film projects, showcasing a blend of humor and nostalgia. Established a strong online presence through various platforms, influencing gaming culture.
Created and starred in the Angry Video Game Nerd series
Directed and produced the Angry Video Game Nerd Movie
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