James Marsden Biography
James Marsden is a skilled American actor. He rose to fame through his portrayal of Cyclops in the X-Men film series spanning from 2000 to 2014. In addition, he also got recognition for his performances in notable films such as The Notebook, Superman Returns, Hairspray, Enchanted, and 27 Dresses.
James Marsden Age| Birthday
How old is Marsden? He is around 50 years old as of 2024. He was born on September 18, 1973, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States.
James Marsden Education
Marsden went to Hefner Middle School and Putnam City North High School, in Oklahoma City, and later attended Oklahoma State University, where he studied broadcast journalism.
James Marsden Height|Weight
He stands on an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70kgs.
James Marsden Family
Marsden was born in Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States. His parents are Kathleen (née Scholtz) and James Luther Marsden. His father, serving as a food safety advisor at LexiGene Industries, and his mother, working as a nutritionist, divorced when he was nine years old. He has two younger sisters and two brothers.
James Marsden Wife|Married
Marsden was married to Mary Elizabeth “Lisa” Linde who is the daughter of Dennis Linde. They tied the knot on July 22, 2000, but got divorced in 2011 due to irreconcilable differences.
James Marsden Children| kids
Marsden and his ex-wife Elizabeth “Lisa” Linde have two children together: a son born in 2001 and a daughter born in 2005. In addition, he has another son born in 2012, with model Rose Costa.
James Marsden Career
Marsden began his acting career with a recurring role in The Nanny, playing Eddie, Margaret Sheffield’s boyfriend. He then took on a lead role in the Canadian TV series Boogies Diner, which had a one-season run. After the conclusion of Boogies Diner, he made guest appearances on shows like Saved by the Bell: The New Class and Party of Five. Additionally, Marsden starred in the ABC series Second Noah. Despite auditioning for roles in Primal Fear and 54, he secured roles in films such as Disturbing Behavior and Gossip. Marsden also joined the cast of Ally McBeal in the first half of season 5, where he showcased his singing talents. Additionally, he made an appearance in a 1998 episode of “The Outer Limits.”
In 2004, Marsden shared the screen with Rachel McAdams, Ryan Gosling, James Garner, and Gena Rowlands in the romantic drama The Notebook, where he portrayed Lon Hammond, Jr., the second man Allie Hamilton (McAdams) falls for. In 2007, Marsden took on the role of Corny Collins in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Hairspray, featuring two sung performances, “The Nicest Kids In Town” and “(It’s) Hairspray.” Both the movie and its soundtrack received critical acclaim. His other project paired him with Amy Adams in the Disney hybrid animated/live-action film Enchanted, in which he played Prince Edward. Marsden sang a duet with Adams at the film’s start and another with Idina Menzel, although the latter was cut from the final version. Enchanted garnered positive reviews and performed well at the box office, surpassing $340 million worldwide.
Breakthrough
His breakthrough came when he was cast as Cyclops in the X-Men film series. Although Cyclops is a prominent character in the comics, Marsden’s screen time in the sequels was limited. He also featured in Bryan Singer’s Superman Returns after Singer left the third X-Men film to direct Superman. In this film, Marsden portrayed Lois Lane’s fiancé, Richard White. However, due to scheduling conflicts, his screen time in X-Men: The Last Stand was cut, leading to criticism from comic book fans. Despite this, Marsden’s portrayal of Cyclops was well-received, earning him a Blockbuster Award for Best Supporting Actor. In 2014, he made a brief cameo reprising his role as Cyclops in X-Men: Days of Future Past, joining other actors from the original film like Anna Paquin and Famke Janssen.
Building on the success of Hairspray and Enchanted, Marsden took on the male lead in the 2008 romantic comedy 27 Dresses, co-starring with Katherine Heigl, and grossing $160 million globally. He also headlined the teen comedy Sex Drive, receiving acclaim for his performance, leading to a Teen Choice Awards nomination for Choice Movie Actor in a Comedy for his roles in Enchanted and 27 Dresses. In 2009, Marsden assumed the male lead role in The Box, a film based on Richard Matheson’s 1970 short story “Button, Button,” previously adapted for The Twilight Zone.
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Starring alongside Cameron Diaz and reuniting with his Superman Returns co-star Frank Langella, Marsden also ventured into the 2010 comedy Death at a Funeral, a remake of the 2007 British film of the same name, featuring an ensemble cast with Chris Rock, Luke Wilson, Danny Glover, and Columbus Short. Marsden made a guest appearance on Modern Family in January 2011, playing a squatter. Later in April, he played the male lead in Hop, an Easter-themed comedy co-starring Russell Brand as the Easter Bunny. While commercially successful, Hop faced negative reviews. Continuing in 2011, Marsden took the lead in Straw Dogs, a remake of Sam Peckinpah’s 1971 film, assuming the role originally played by Dustin Hoffman. Reuniting with his Superman Returns co-star Kate Bosworth, Straw Dogs received mixed reviews and ended up being a box office disappointment.
Films and Television Shows
Films
- No Dessert, Dad, Till You Mow the Lawn
- Public Enemies
- Campfire Tales
- Disturbing Behavior
- Gossip
- X-Men
- Sugar & Spice
- Zoolander
- Interstate 60: Episodes of the Road
- X2
- The Notebook
- Henchmen
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- The Boss Baby: Family Business
- My Little Pony: A New Generation
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2
- Disenchanted
- Knox Goes Away
- PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3
- Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story
Television Shows
- In the Line of Duty: Ambush in Waco
- Joe’s Life
- The Nanny
- Saved by the Bell: The New Class
- Boogies Diner
- Heavenly Road
- Search and Rescue
- Blossom
- Party of Five
- Touched by an Angel
- Gone in a Heartbeat
- 919 Fifth Avenue
- 30 Rock
- Wander Over Yonder
- Westworld
- Tour de Pharmacy
- Dead to Me
- Mrs. America
- The Stand
- Green Eggs and Ham
- Party Down
- Jury Duty
Awards and Nominations
- Blockbuster Entertainment Awards
- Critics’ Choice Movie Awards
- Critics’ Choice Television Awards
- Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards
- Hollywood Film Awards
- MTV Movie & TV Awards
- Primetime Emmy Awards
- Saturn Awards
- Screen Actors Guild Awards
James Marsden Salary|Net Worth
Marsden has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which he earns from his career.
Frequently asked questions about Marsden
Who is Marsden?
James Marsden is a skilled American actor. He rose to fame through his portrayal of Cyclops in the X-Men film series spanning from 2000 to 2014. In addition, he also got recognition for his performances in notable films such as The Notebook, Superman Returns, Hairspray, Enchanted, and 27 Dresses.
Is Marsden Married?
Marsden was married to Mary Elizabeth “Lisa” Linde who is the daughter of Dennis Linde. They tied the knot on July 22, 2000, but got divorced in 2011 due to irreconcilable differences.
Where does Marsden Live?
This information is under review and will be available soon.
