James Ransone, 1979
Actors · June 2, 1979
James Ransone
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James Ransone is 47 years old, born June 2, 1979 in United States · Gemini.
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About
James Ransone was an American actor known for horror and drama roles spanning two decades. Born June 2, 1979, he played Ziggy Sobotka in The Wire's second season, Cpl. Josh Ray Person in Generation Kill (2008), and appeared in the Sinister films (2012, 2015). He later took on adult Eddie Kaspbrak in It Chapter Two (2019) and Max in The Black Phone (2021). A Gemini, Ransone balanced indie and mainstream work across television and film.
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Biography
James Finley Ransone III was an American actor whose career spanned horror, drama, and prestige television. Born June 2, 1979, in the United States, Ransone built recognition through supporting roles that defined him across genres. He played Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of HBO's The Wire, bringing complexity to a minor character that resonated with viewers. His military drama work included Cpl. Josh Ray Person in the miniseries Generation Kill (2008), a role that showcased his range in ensemble narratives. The supernatural horror sphere became a recurring space: he played Deputy "So-and-So" in both Sinister (2012) and its sequel Sinister 2 (2015). Later film roles included Chester in the indie drama Tangerine (2015), adult Eddie Kaspbrak in It Chapter Two (2019), and Max in the thriller The Black Phone (2021). As an actor, Ransone participated in the craft of performing for film and television. His Gemini nature aligned with his ability to inhabit diverse characters across tonal registers. Ransone passed away on December 19, 2025.
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Trivia
- Played Ziggy Sobotka in The Wire season 2, a role that gained cult recognition despite limited screen time.
- Reprised the role of Deputy "So-and-So" across both Sinister films (2012, 2015), one of few actors to anchor the franchise's supernatural mythology.
- Appeared in Tangerine (2015), an indie drama shot on iPhone, and later joined the It franchise as adult Eddie Kaspbrak in It Chapter Two (2019).
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Analytical and private. James Ransone release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- RockyRabbit · 1999
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
CHALLENGING
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Tian Xiwei
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Frequently asked
- How old is James Ransone?
- James Ransone is 47 years old (born June 2, 1979).
- When is James Ransone's birthday?
- James Ransone was born on June 2, 1979.
- What is James Ransone's zodiac sign?
- James Ransone is a Gemini, born June 2, 1979.
- What is James Ransone's Chinese zodiac sign?
- James Ransone was born in 1979, the year of the Earth Goat.
- Where is James Ransone from?
- James Ransone is from United States.
- What does James Ransone do?
- James Ransone is a actor.
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