Richard Speight Jr. is an American film actor who has become popular thanks to his work on the TV series Supernatural. In his filmography, there are about 50 roles in television series and movies.
Biography
American actor Richard Speight Jr. was born on September 4, 1970 in the city of Nashville in a large family. In addition to Richard, his parents have two more daughters. The actor is the youngest child in the family. He studied at a special academy for boys. The debut role in the movie for Richard Speight Jr. was the work in the movie "The Road is indicated by love," which was filmed in 1984. Richard is a very versatile person, in addition to working in the cinema, he is fond of diving, dancing, engaged in writing, and also acts as a producer in some films.
The filmography of the actor
After his debut in the world of cinema, Richard Speight Jr. for a long time played only in episodic roles that did not bring the actor fame. In 1990, Richard starred in the documentary television series Elvis, which talks about the life of Elvis Presley. The actor played a supporting role, a character named Leon. After this work, Richard starred in several films, such as Independence Day, Speed 2. In 2005, actor Richard Spate Jr. was invited to star in the famous American television series.
Work in the series "Supernatural"
Richard was very pleased to be able to play in the world famous movie. The actor was invited to this role, as the producers wanted to use his skills as a magician. In the series “Supernatural”, Richard Speight Jr. played the role of the archangel Gabriel, who did not betray his true appearance and pretended to be a magician. In general, the actor appeared in the movie in 5 episodes.
The first time Richard appears in the second season of the television series in the image of a magician. According to the plot of the film, the main characters did not even suspect that they were face to face with the archangel. The hero of Richard reveals his true face only in season 5. He again appears in the life of the main characters of the series Winchester brothers. The magician lures them into a trap, and the heroes find themselves in the television world. However, this time the brothers were able to outwit and catch him. Then the magician reveals his cards and says that he is the archangel Gabriel, and also warns the brothers that they will soon become the vessels of Michael and Lucifer. In addition to working in the series as an actor, Richard Speight Jr. has produced several episodes of the movie Supernatural. Despite the fact that his role in the film is over, the actor often looks to visit the shooting of the television series, where he is greeted with great joy.
Personal life
Richard has a lot of female fans who dream of meeting him, but the actor is married. His wife's name is Jackie Katherine Hayes. The couple got married in June 2003. Richard and Jackie have three wonderful sons - Steve, Fletcher and Frankie. Richard Speight Jr. devotes a lot of time to his family. Together they go to relax in nature, closer to the sea, since Richard loves to dive.