James Woods
Actor and producer known for 'Casino'
Born
April 18th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor and producer, recognized for roles in film and television. Major works include starring in 'Casino', 'Ghosts of Mississippi', and the series 'Shark'. Woods received critical acclaim and multiple award nominations throughout his career, including two Academy Award nominations for Best Actor. Additionally, he exhibited versatility in portraying characters across various genres.
Starred in 'Casino' as Lester Diamond
Played the role of Byron De La Beckwith in 'Ghosts of Mississippi'
Featured in the TV series 'Shark' as Sebastian Stark
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