Kevin James-Biology, Net Worth, Height
Kevin James-Biology, Net Worth, Height
contour: | Kevin James |
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age: | 56 years old |
high: | 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) |
Profession: | actor |
net worth: | $100 million |
status: | live |
origin
Kevin James is an American actor/comedian, film producer and screenwriter. He played “Doug Heffernan” in the CBS series “King of Queens” (1998-2007) and “Kevin Gable” in “Kevin Can Wait” (2016-18). His film works include Paul Blatter: Shopping Center Police (2009), Zookeeper (2011), Boom is Coming (2012) and Pixel (2015). James was born on April 26, 1965 in Minola, New York, his real name is Kevin George Knipfing (Kevin George Knipfing). His parents are Janet and Joe Nipfen. He has a younger brother Gary Valentine and a younger sister Leslie. James grew up on Long Island, New York, where he attended Ward Melville High School. He majored in sports management at Cortland State University, but almost dropped out of school. James is an outstanding member of his high school wrestling team. He wrestled with future WWE star Mick Foley. During college, he played football as a central defender until the injury ended his career.
Profession
James worked as a fitness coach before the comedy. In 1989, he gave his first famous stand-up comedy performance at the East Side Comedy Club on Long Island. During his tenure, he met Richie Minervini and Ray Romano and became good friends. James will eventually appear on popular talk shows, such as David Letterman’s Late Night Show, Jay Leno’s Tonight Show and Conan O’Brien’s Late Night Show. He also earned a spot on Comedy Central’s list of the greatest stand-up comedians. James has performed at the annual “Just for Laughs” comedy festival in Montreal, Quebec. His stand-up comedy specials include Kevin James: Sweat for Little Things (2001) and Kevin James: Never Give Up (2018).
In 1996, James made his television show debut in the CBS sitcom “Everybody Loves Raymond”. The show was created by Philip Rosenthal and starred by his friend Ray Romano. James later played “Doug Heffernan” in his own CBS sitcom “The Queen of Queens”. The show was broadcast for 9 seasons from September 1998 to May 2007. It won him a nomination for a prime time Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series. James co-authored and starred in “Kevin Gable” in CBS’ “Kevin Can Wait” (2016-18). His television works also include Cosby, Becker, Martial Law and Liv & Maddie.
James made his debut on the big screen in the romantic comedy “Song Wind” (2005) starring Will Smith and Eva Mendes. He played “Larry Valentine” with Adam Sandler in “I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry” (2007). James co-authored, produced, and starred in Paul Blatter: Shopping Center Police (2009), Zookeeper (2011) and Prosperity Coming (2012). He appeared in “Adult” (2010) with Chris Rock, Rob Schneider, David Spade and Adam Sandler. Other famous movies include Pixel (2015), Dilemma (2011) and Sandy Wexler. James voiced the role of “Frankenstein” in the “Hotel Transylvania” film series. His dubbing works also include Monster House (2006) and Barnyard (2006).
personal
Kevin James is 5 feet 8 inches tall and of German descent. He believes in Catholicism. Kevin’s net worth is estimated at 100 million U.S. dollars. James married his long-term girlfriend and actress’Steffiana de la Cruz’ in June 2004. They have four children, Kannon Valentine, Shea Joelle, Sienna-Marie and Sistine Sabella.
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Kevin James real name, birthday, Wiki
Real name: | Kevin George Nipfen |
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Birthday: | April 26, 1965 |
age: | 56 years old |
place of birth: | Mineola, New York, U.S. |
Chinese Zodiac: | Taurus |
high: | 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) |
Profession: | Actor, comedian, screenwriter, film producer |
Active for several years: | 1989 to present |
net worth: | $100 million |
marriage: | Stefiana de la Cruz |
Death-o-meter: | live |