James Alexander

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James Alexander (1978-2023) was an actor, writer and producer.

Also used the stage name James Gracie on occasion.

Biography

Born James Alexander in Boksburg, Transvaal, on 8 January, 1978 to Scottish parents. Though he did not study drama formally, he was involved on some level with amateur productions from a young age. He he entered the industry as a professional actor in 2001.

He was diagnosed with cancer in January 2019, but he and his wife, actress Anel Alexander, decided to keep it private. He died on 28 April, 2023.

Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance

Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance

On stage he has appeared in Damsels in Distress – RolePlay (), Discreet (2006), Hedda Gabler (2006), The Unexpected Guest (2007) , Doubt (as "Father Flynn", 2015).

Film/TV work includes roles in works like Discreet (2008), Leonardo (2011). Semi-Soet (2012) and Eye in the Sky (2015), Binnelanders and Houtkruis.

As producer/writer (under the name James Alexander) involved in the film Semi-Soet

Sources

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2033429/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t24

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1745588/fullcredits?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm

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(19**-). Actor.

Biography

He is the son of Scottish parents. Married to Anel Alexander.

Training

Career

Professional actor since 2001.

Awards

Sources

The Star, 13 May 2008.


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