Peter Francis James (born September 16, 1956) is an American actor and voice-over artist, distinguished by his strong baritone.
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Early life
James was born September 16, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to David James and Mary Galloway James. He has five siblings.
Career
Theater
James's acting career began in 1979, when he appeared in a version of Shakespeare's Coriolanus, starring Earle Hyman and Morgan Freeman.
He received his first Obie award for his portrayal of Claire in Jean Genet's The Maids. He received his second Obie award, a Drama Desk award, and the Lortel award for his portrayal of Colin Powell in Stuff Happens. He appeared as Oscar opposite Dame Maggie Smith in Edward Albee's The Lady from Dubuque at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, and reprised the role in New York, opposite Jane Alexander.
