Jim Parsons is an American actor best known for his role as Sheldon Cooper on the popular television show The Big Bang Theory. Born on March 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas, he earned a degree in theater from The University of Houston before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting. His portrayal of Sheldon earned him multiple awards, including four Primetime Emmy Awards. In addition to his work on television, Parsons has appeared in films such as Hidden Figures and has lent his voice to animated projects like Home. He is also involved in theater, having starred in productions like The Normal Heart on Broadway.