James Landry Hebert

James Landry Hébert was born on October 4, 1984, in Lafayette, Louisiana. After experiencing the loss of his parents at a young age, he was adopted and raised by a Chitimacha couple, Ted and Rhonda Darden. His exposure to the arts grew during his time studying theater at Louisiana State University. The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina led him back to his home state, where a burgeoning film industry offered new opportunities. He began his professional journey in Hollywood by working as Brad Pitt’s stand-in on the film ‘The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button’. This early experience provided an introduction to the film set environment and led to work within casting departments.

Hébert’s career gained significant momentum with his role as Webb in the Texas thriller ‘Two Step’. This performance garnered positive reviews, with The Hollywood Reporter specifically highlighting his “riveting performance.” This marked a turning point, showcasing his capabilities in a leading role. His filmography expanded to include collaborations with respected filmmakers, leading to roles in high-profile projects. Notably, he appeared alongside Brad Pitt again in Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 film ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’, playing the character of Clem.

His television career also includes significant roles. In 2017, he played Rem in the NBC television drama series ‘Taken’ for 10 episodes and appeared as Axel in two episodes of ‘Stranger Things’. From 2021 to 2022, he took on the role of Wade in the Paramount+ Western television miniseries ‘1883’, a prequel to ‘Yellowstone’, appearing in 10 episodes. He has continued to work across various genres and platforms, consistently building a body of work that demonstrates his versatility and dedication to his craft, participating in both acclaimed independent features and major studio productions.