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James Pickens Jr. as Richard Webber on "Grey's Anatomy"
James Pickens Jr. as Richard Webber on "Grey's Anatomy" - © ABC
James Pickens Jr. stars as Richard Webber on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy."

Before "Grey's Anatomy," James Pickens Jr. was well known to viewers for his recurring roles on numerous television series, including "The X-Files," "NYPD Blue," "Philly," "The Practice" and "Six Feet Under." Most recently he starred opposite Rob Lowe in the ensemble drama "The Lyon's Den."

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, James Pickens Jr. got his start in the New York theater community. He starred as Walter Lee in the 25th anniversary production of "A Raisin in the Sun" at the Roundabout Theatre. He was a member of the famed Circle Rep/Steppenwolf Theatre Company co-production of "Balm and Gilead." In 1981, James Pickens Jr. performed with the historic Negro Ensemble Company in a production of "A Soldier's Play" with Denzel Washington and Samuel L. Jackson.

In 1990, James Pickens Jr. moved to the West Coast. His first big break was a guest spot on "Roseanne," which lead to a recurring role. Next was a recurring role on "Beverly Hills, 90210." Dozens of television roles soon followed, including a co-starring role in the TNT film, "A Slight Case of Murder," which starred Adam Arkin and James Cromwell and was written by William. H. Macy.

On the big screen, James Pickens Jr. has been directed by some of the film industry's finest. His feature film credits include Steven Soderbergh's "Traffic," Oliver Stone's "Nixon" and Warren Beatty's "Bulworth." He's had roles in four Barry Levinson films—"Liberty Heights," "Sphere," "Sleepers" and "Jimmy Hollywood."

James Pickens Jr. portrayed slain civil rights leader Medgar Evans in the acclaimed Rob Reiner-directed film, "Ghosts of Mississippi." He also played Angela Bassett's ex-husband, Walter, in "How Stella Got Her Groove Back." Other credits include "Menace to Society" and "Gridlock'd," which was directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall and starred Tupac Shakur. He will next be seen in the Dimension Films thriller, "The Reaper."

In his spare time, James Pickens Jr. can be found riding horseback and roping cattle. He is a member of the United States Team Roping Championship and competes in roping events across the country. He owns an American Quarterhorse named Smokey. James Pickens Jr. and his wife, Gina, live in the San Fernando Valley. They have a son and a daughter.






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Age: 55 years old
Birthday: October 26, 1954
Height: 6' 0"
Birthplace: Cleveland, OH
Wife: Gina



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March 20, 2010
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2 days ago
OMG..went to san antonio this weekend and had a blast..but also i met james pickens jr who is on grey's anatomy as dr. richard webber..
3 days ago
@hopelesslylazy NoEric Dane wasn't there, neither was Sara Ramirez or Jessica Capshaw or James Pickens Jr, everyone else was. Lame ED, lame!
4 days ago
Actor James Pickens, Jr., of "Grey's Anatomy" was spotted at this past weekend's George Strait Team Roping Classic, in San Antonio
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