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Nicholas LeaCanadian actor
Date of Birth: 22.06.1962
Country:  Canada |
Content:
- Biography of Nicholas Lea
- Early Life and Career Beginnings
- Rise to Fame
- Notable Works
- Personal Life
- For more information, please visit IMDb and Kinopoisk.ru.
Biography of Nicholas Lea
Born in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada, Nicholas Christopher Herbert, known professionally as Nicholas Lea, is a Canadian actor best known for his role in the television series "The X-Files". He adopted the pseudonym Lea as there was already an actor with the surname Schreder registered in the actor's guild.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Nicholas Lea was the youngest of three children in his family, with an older brother and sister. He had no previous involvement in acting until the age of 25. Before pursuing acting, Lea worked as a clothing salesman and was a soloist in an orchestra called "Beau Monde". He honed his acting skills at the Beverly Hills Playhouse, Charles Conrad Studios, and Gastown Actor Studio. In 1994, he fully dedicated himself to film and television.
Rise to Fame
Nicholas Lea gained international recognition for his portrayal of the enigmatic double agent Alex Krycek in "The X-Files". His performance captivated audiences worldwide, establishing him as a promising actor. Despite his success in "The X-Files", Lea sought to take on different roles and showcase his versatility as an actor.
Notable Works
Lea's talent and versatility allowed him to take on various roles in both television and film. He appeared in numerous series, ranging from "Highlander" to "The Outer Limits". Additionally, he was cast in the role of Victor in the series "Born to Run", which garnered significant attention when it aired on NTV. In 2000, readers of "USA Today" voted him as the most promising action actor.
Personal Life
Despite being involved in several high-profile romances, including relationships with Lori Holden, Melinda McGraw, and Lucy Liu during the filming of "Born to Run", Nicholas Lea remains unmarried. In his free time, he enjoys playing the guitar, painting, and running. He currently resides in Vancouver.
