James Oliver Cromwell, born on January 27, 1940, in Los Angeles, is an acclaimed American actor and activist.
He gained fame for his role as Farmer Hoggett in Babe, earning an Academy Award nomination.
His extensive filmography includes notable films like Star Trek: First Contact, L.A. Confidential and The Green Mile.
Cromwell has also appeared in acclaimed TV series such as Six Feet Under and Succession, winning an Emmy for his performance in American Horror Story: Asylum.
He is a vocal advocate for animal rights and social issues.
Siblings
James has one sibling, Jonathan Cromwell, who is involved in the film industry as a producer.
While Jonathan may not be as publicly recognized as James, he has made contributions to various projects behind the scenes.
Career
Cromwell began his acting career in the late 1970s, making appearances in television shows and films.
His early work included roles in series like MASH and The Rockford Files.
He gained some recognition for his role in the film The Long Way Home, but it was his performance in Babe that truly catapulted him to fame.
In this beloved family film, he played Farmer Hoggett, a kind-hearted farmer who raises a pig with dreams of becoming a sheepdog.
His portrayal earned him critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Following the success of Babe, Cromwell took on a variety of roles that showcased his range as an actor.
He starred in Star Trek: First Contact as Zefram Cochrane, the inventor of warp drive, and appeared in the critically acclaimed film L.A. Confidential as Captain Dudley Smith.
His role in The Green Mile as the prison warden, Paul Edgecomb, further solidified his status as a talented character actor.
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In the 2000s, Cromwell continued to take on diverse roles, including a memorable performance in Space Cowboys alongside Clint Eastwood and Tommy Lee Jones.
He also appeared in The Artist, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, playing a supporting role that highlighted his ability to adapt to different cinematic styles.
Cromwell’s television career has been equally impressive. He gained widespread acclaim for his role as George Sibley in HBO’s critically acclaimed series Six Feet Under.
The show explored themes of mortality and family dynamics within a funeral home setting, allowing Cromwell to showcase his dramatic range.
He also starred in American Horror Story: Asylum, where he played Dr. Arthur Arden.
His performance earned him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie, further demonstrating his ability to tackle challenging and complex characters.
More recently, Cromwell appeared in HBO’s hit series Succession, where he portrayed Ewan Roy, the estranged brother of media mogul Logan Roy.
Beyond his acting career, he is known for his activism, particularly regarding animal rights and environmental issues.
Cromwell has been involved with organizations such as PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and has used his platform to advocate for various social causes.
He is a vegan and has participated in numerous campaigns aimed at raising awareness about animal welfare.
Awards and accolades
Cromwell has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his extensive acting career.
He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Farmer Hoggett in Babe.
In addition to this nomination, he has garnered critical acclaim in television, winning a Primetime Emmy Award in 2013 for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for his performance as Dr. Arthur Arden in American Horror Story: Asylum.
Cromwell has received multiple Emmy nominations, including three for his role as Ewan Roy in Succession (2020, 2022, and 2023).
His other notable nominations include various categories at the Screen Actors Guild Awards and the Satellite Awards.
He won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Actor for his performance in Still Mine.
With a total of 14 wins and 36 nominations across various prestigious awards, Cromwell’s contributions to film and television have solidified his reputation as a respected character actor and activist.
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