Jesse Spencer Biography
Jesse Gordon Spencer is known as an Australian-American actor and musician. In addition, he is recognized for his roles as Billy Kennedy on the Australian soap opera Neighbours, Robert Chase on the American medical drama House and also Captain Matthew Casey on the American drama Chicago Fire.
How old is Jesse Spencer? – Age
The Australian-American actor is 44 years old as of 2023. He was born on 12 February 1979, in Melbourne, Australia, where he also grew up.
How tall is Jesse Spencer? – Height
Spencer stands at a height stature of 5 feet 10 inch (1.78 m).
Jesse Spencer Mother, Father, Siblings – Family
Spencer was born to Robyn Spencer (mother) and Rodney Spencer (father). He was brought up along with his siblings; Tarney Spencer, Polly Spencer and Luke Spencer.
Jesse Spencer’s Education
Growing up, he went to Canterbury Primary School, Malvern Central School, and also the private Scotch College. While there, he as well auditioned for the long-running soap opera Neighbours. Besides, he completed his VCE and had gained a place at Monash University but deferred to pursue acting.
Is Jesse Spencer Married? – Wife
Spencer met his House co-star, an American actress Jennifer Morrison, in March 2004 at Vancouver International Airport while on their way to film the pilot episode of House. Likewise, they started dating in July 2004 and was engaged while vacationing in Paris at the Eiffel Tower during Christmas 2006, but in August 2007, Spencer and also Morrison announced they had ended their engagement.
Acting Career
From 1994 to 2000, Spencer starred as Billy Kennedy in the Australian soap opera Neighbours. Later, he reprised his role in 2005, in an episode celebrating the show’s 20th anniversary. In addition, his character became the son of long-term iconic Ramsay Street residents Dr. Karl Kennedy and also Susan Kennedy.
Likewise, after his time on Neighbours, he co-starred in films including Winning London together with the Olsen Twins, Uptown Girls and Swimming Upstream.
Furthermore, Spencer starred as intensive care specialist and also surgeon Dr. Robert Chase on the Fox medical drama House from 2004 to 2012. Besides, he played Chase for the show’s entire run, becoming the second longest-serving member of the title character’s team.
Music Career
Spencer started his musical career along with the Australian Boys Choir, performing with them from 1986 to 1992. Moreover, he plays the violin in Band from TV, a group that involves his former House co-star Hugh Laurie. They play at several events, giving the money they earn to charity. Likewise, the band played on Idol Gives Back in April 2008.
Movies and TV Shows
- Lorna Doone
- Curse of the Talisman
- Winning London
- Stranded
- Swimming Upstream
- Uptown Girls
- Action Man: Robot Atak
- Flourish
- The Script
- Tell-Tale
- Skum Rocks!
- The Girl Is in Trouble
- Queer Fish in God’s Waiting Room
Jesse Spencer Net Worth
Citing his acting career, Jesse has an estimated net worth of $25 Million.
Jesse Spencer Instagram
You can find and follow Spencer on Instagram using the account @jesse___spencer