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United States James Cromwell is an American actor with an extensive career spanning film and television, recognized for his impactful roles and dedicated activism.
James Cromwell participated in a PETA protest at a New York City Starbucks, gluing his hand to the counter to protest the company's surcharge for plant-based milk.
James Cromwell is an honorary director and frequent advocate for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), speaking out on issues like animal cruelty and participating in protests, including those against SeaWorld.
Born on January 27, 1940, in Los Angeles, California, James Oliver Cromwell is the son of film director John Cromwell and actress Kay Johnson. He was raised in Manhattan and received his education at Middlebury College and Carnegie-Mellon University, where he earned a B.F.A. in 1964. Cromwell began his acting career in theatre, performing in a range of productions from Shakespeare to experimental plays. His television debut came in 1974 with a recurring role as Stretch Cunningham on “All in the Family,” followed by his film debut in 1976. Cromwell’s career gained significant momentum with his Academy Award-nominated performance in the 1995 film “Babe,” a role he reprised in its 1998 sequel.
Throughout his career, Cromwell has undertaken various notable roles, including Captain Dudley Smith in “L.A. Confidential” (1997), Warden Hal Moores in “The Green Mile” (1999), and Dr. Alfred Lanning in “I, Robot” (2004). He portrayed Dr. Zefram Cochrane in “Star Trek: First Contact” (1996) and guest-starred in multiple “Star Trek” series. On television, he earned an Emmy Award for his performance in “American Horror Story: Asylum” (2012-2013) and received multiple Emmy nominations for his work in “RKO 281” (1999), “ER” (2001), “Six Feet Under” (2003-2005), and “Succession” (2018-2023), where he played Ewan Roy. His career also features roles as historical figures such as Prince Philip in “The Queen” (2006) and George H. W. Bush in “W.” (2008).
Beyond his acting achievements, Cromwell is also a prominent activist for animal rights and environmental causes. He became a vegetarian in 1974 and vegan while filming “Babe,” frequently advocating for PETA. He has been arrested multiple times for civil disobedience protests, including a sit-in at a power plant in 2015, which resulted in a brief jail sentence. In 2022, he gained media attention for gluing his hand to a Starbucks counter in New York City to protest surcharges on plant-based milk. PETA named him their 2022 Person of the Year, recognizing his sustained commitment to activism.
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