James Marsters (20 August 1962) is an American actor who portrayed Victor Hesse on the Hawaii Five-0.
Life & Career[]
James graduated from Davis High School and attended Juilliard, the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, and the American Conservatory Theatre. After spending ten years doing stage work he finally moved to L.A. to pursue a career in film and television. After appearing in several guest roles he finally got his big break as Spike in Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997). Originally the character was suppose to be killed after a few episodes but Spike became so popular that he became a regular on the show. After the show ended he appeared as Spike in the spin-off Angel (1999) and in several movies. James is also a talented musician; his band Ghost of the Robot released their first album, Mad Brilliant.-IMDb
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Trivia[]
- Gained the scar on his left eyebrow when he was mugged whilst living in Queens.
- Won the Sexiest Male Vampire Award at the Nocturnal 2K Convention in London, England.
- Studied at Juilliard, the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, and the American Conservatory Theatre.
- Is left-handed, but plays guitar right-handed.
- Graduated High School with a 3.8 GPA.
Hawaii Episode Guide[]
- Ina Paha (episode) ... Victor Hesse
- Ha'i'ole (episode) ... Victor Hesse
- Hana 'a'a Makehewa (episode) ... Victor Hesse
- Pilot (episode) ... Victor Hesse