Jim Carter is a British actor who is best known for his role as Mr. Carson, the butler, in the hit period drama Downton Abbey. He has also appeared in many films and TV shows, such as Shakespeare in Love, The Golden Compass, The Singing Detective, and Cranford. He has been nominated for four Emmy Awards and won a Screen Actors Guild Award for his performance in Downton Abbey. Jim Carter is a British actor who is best known for his role as Mr. Carson, the butler, in the historical drama series Downton Abbey. He has also appeared in many other films and television shows, such as Shakespeare in Love, The Golden Compass, The Singing Detective, and Cranford.
Basic Information
| Full Name | James Edward Carter OBE |
| Profession | Actor |
| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | August 19, 1948 |
| Current Age | 74 years old (as of 2023) |
| Gender | Male |
| Place of Birth | Harrogate, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Physical Stats
| Height | 6′ 2″ (188 cm) |
| Weight | 84 kg |
| Body Measurements | Chest: 40 in (102 cm), Waist: 32 in (81 cm), Hips: 36 in (91 cm) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Gray |
| Race | White |
| Tattoos | No |
| Shoe Size | 10 US (44 EU) |
| Build | Lean |
Past & Current Relationships:
Jim Carter is married to actress Imelda Staunton, who played Dolores Umbridge in the Harry Potter films. They met in 1982 while working on a play called Guys and Dolls and have been together ever since. They have one daughter, Bessie Carter, who is also an actress and has appeared in Howards End and The Good Liar.
Early Life & Education:
| Father | James Earl Carter Sr. |
| Mother | Lillian Gordy Carter |
| Siblings | Billy Carter (brother) |
| Marital Status | Married to Imelda Staunton since 1983 |
| Lovers | None known |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Jim Carter was born on August 19, 1948, in Harrogate, Yorkshire. He grew up in a working-class family and attended Ashville College, a boarding school. He then studied law at the University of Sussex but dropped out after two years to join a fringe theatre group. He later trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and began his acting career on stage and in radio dramas. Carter was born in Harrogate, Yorkshire, on 19 August 1948. He grew up in a working-class family and attended Ashville College, a boarding school. He developed an interest in acting and joined a local amateur theatre group. He later studied law at the University of Sussex, but dropped out after two years to pursue a career in theatre.
career
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 1974 – present |
| Upcoming Projects | Wonka (2023) |
Carter began his professional acting career in the 1970s, performing in various stage productions across the UK. He also joined the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, where he worked with renowned directors such as Peter Hall and Trevor Nunn. He made his film debut in 1978 with A Bridge Too Far, and his television debut in 1980 with Fox.
Carter has been nominated for four Primetime Emmy Awards for his role as Mr. Carson in Downton Abbey, which ran from 2010 to 2015. He also won a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series along with his co-stars. He reprised his role in the 2019 film adaptation of the series.
Carter is married to actress Imelda Staunton, whom he met while working at the National Theatre in 1982. They have one daughter, Bessie Carter, who is also an actress. They live in West Hampstead, London.
Net Worth
| Net Worth | $4 million |
| Source of Income | Acting career, endorsements, and other income-generating ventures |
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Carter has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2023. His main source of income is his acting career, which spans over four decades and includes various roles in film, television, and theatre. He also earns money from endorsements and appearances.
