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When your favorite characters from American sitcoms turn out to be played by an incredible actor, it truly holds a special place in your heart. One such example is Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory, and this genius character was played by none other than Jim Parsons. It was during this role that Jim Parsons gained recognition worldwide, and even today when someone sees Jim Parsons in any movie or tv show, they point out to him with a little “that’s Sheldon” remark. While Sheldon Cooper has managed to make was all want to be a little smarter, we’re here to talk more about Jim Parsons.
From 2009 up until 2021, Jim Parsons has been nominated for several accolades, and they have mostly been for his performances in tv shows including The Big Bang Theory and Hollywood. Keeping in my mind these two series, which were very different from each other, and set in an entirely different era, fans got to see the range and versatility that Jim Parsons is capable of. Even today, Jim Parsons continues to be an important cog in American television and Hollywood as well, and here’s everything you need to know about him, from his net worth to his biography, to his dating history and much more:
Jim Parsons’ Net Worth
Jim Parsons is an actor and producer, and as of 2022, his net worth stands at an astonishingly impressive $160 million. This net worth also makes Parsons one of the richest television stars that America has ever seen. Most of this net worth can be credited to The Big Bang Theory, which lasted for a total of twelve seasons, and was longer than other popular sitcoms like Friends and Modern Family. Other than this popular sitcom, Parsons has several acting and voice acting credits to his name, all of which add to his net worth. To be very honest, we aren’t surprised at just how well Parsons has done over the years, given how talented of an actor he is. Fans still watch The Big Bang Theory and Jim Parsons continues to act in Hollywood, which means that his net worth is bound to increase in the coming years.
Jim Parsons’ Biography
James Joseph Parsons was born on March 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas, at St. Joseph Hospital. He decided to pursue acting at the age of six after appearing in a school theater production. He attended Klein Oak High School in Spring, Texas, and then earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from the University of Houston, appearing in 17 plays during his time there. In 1999, he was accepted into an exclusive classical theater course at the University of San Diego. The two-year program was taught in partnership with the Old Globe Theatre, and Parsons graduated in 2001 before moving to New York.
Parsons began his career working in Off-Broadway theater productions. He booked several television roles, including a recurring role on the series Judging Amy. His big break came when he won the role of Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory. The series premiered in 2007, with Parsons playing a physicist with social apathy and a knack for belittling his friends. The role required a good amount of physical comedy and very specific delivery unique to the character. He won the Television Critics Association Award for Individual Achievement in Comedy in 2009. He was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series each year from 2009 through 2014, winning in 2010, 2011, 2013, and 2014. In 2011, he also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Comedy. The show is the longest-running multi-camera series in television history, with a final count of 279 episodes. Although Parsons was not willing to continue his role as adult Sheldon on camera, he did remain in the role as the narrator of his very own prequel series, Young Sheldon.
Jim Parsons Early Life
Parsons returns to his roots on stage rather frequently. On hiatus from filming The Big Bang Theory, he made his Broadway debut as Tommy Boatwright in The Normal Heart in 2011. He also appeared in Harvey as Elwood P. Dowf in 2012. He starred as God in the acclaimed production An Act of God in 2015. In 2018, he also starred in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of The Boys in the Band.
Jim Parsons Career
In 2015, Parsons and his husband, Todd Spiewak, founded their production company, That’s Wonderful Productions. Together, Parsons and his husband have produced several critically-acclaimed projects. Highlights include the Netflix comedy-drama Special written and created by (and starring) Ryan O’Connell. The series is a semi-autobiographical account of the creator’s experience as a gay man living with cerebral palsy. They are also executive producers of the sitcom Call Me Kat, in which the main character, Kat, frequently breaks the fourth wall, directly addressing the audience. The series stars Parsons’ former The Big Bang Theory co-star, Mayim Bialik.
Jim Parsons In Spoiler Alert
Most recently, Jim Parsons appeared in the movie Spoiler Alert alongside Ben Aldridge, and we can only hope that we get to see more of Parsons in the coming years, especially during the Holiday season because he really does bring a whole lot of joy to all his fans across the globe.
Jim Parsons’ Dating History
Jim Parsons has been a celebrity gay icon for as long as we can remember. Fans were shocked to learn that he was gay because they often associated the actor with his most famous role, Sheldon, who was as straight as they come. However, that wasn’t the case with Parsons and we’re glad because it led us to one of the sweetest couples in Hollywood. Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak have been together for the longest time, sources say that their relationship dates back to the early 2000s and that the couple has been together for over two decades and tied the knot in 2017. Unlike other famous celebrities, Jim Parsons hasn’t been part of any scandalous rumors surrounding his romantic life. Parsons is a private person but has often thanked his partner, Todd, in many of his acceptance speeches. This lovely couple has continued to set an example for many others that not every Hollywood relationship ends in a nasty divorce or separation.
Jim Parsons’ Family
Jim Parsons belongs to the typical American family with his parents and a sister. He is the son of Milton Joseph Parsons Jr. and Judy Ann. Neither his mother nor father have ever been into acting. In fact, his mother and sister, Julie Ann Parsons, are both teachers. Of course, Jim is married to Todd, who is also a part of his family now. As of 2022, the couple doesn’t have any kids, however, Todd and Jim are both dog dads to two adorable dogs, Rufus and Stevie. Parsons hasn’t ever discussed much about kids, and whether or not he and Todd are planning to adopt anytime in the future.
Conclusion
Whether you know him as Sheldon Cooper or Jim Parsons, you could easily recognize him in a crowd and associate him as one of the most famous actors of the last two decades. We hope to see more of Parsons on our screen, whether it’s big or small, we know he’ll leave an impact, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for him.
