James Roday is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his role as Shawn Spencer on the television series Psych. Born on April 4, 1976, in San Antonio, Texas, he developed an interest in acting at a young age and later attended the University of Texas at Austin. In addition to his work on Psych, Roday has appeared in various films and television shows, including A Million Little Things. He has also directed several episodes of Psych and its sequel movie, showcasing his talents behind the camera as well.