J.R. Craig is a third generation Southern California native, who grew
up surfing, skateboarding, and playing football. Aspirations to become
a professional football player were cut short due to injuries. J.R.
took to acting, and landed several significant roles right out of the
gate. In order to understand his craft, he moved to New York to study
under renowned teachers from the schools Uta Hagen, Stanislavski,
Stella Adler, and Meisner. He brought his theatre training back home
with him to L.A, where he was a founding member of the theatre company
Bluesphere Alliance with Anthony Barnao, Matt Lillard, and Neve
Campbell in Hollywood.
J.R.'s passion shows in every role that he takes on. One time his leg
was mistakenly sliced by a 12 inch knife while on stage in the role of
an invincible Vietnam soldier. During intermission, he dressed the
wound himself backstage and then finished the play.
Taking a break from Los Angeles, J.R. moved to Tennessee and enjoyed
life down South for a while. After eight years, he returned back to
Hollywood, older and wiser. Since his return, J.R. hasn't stopped
making his living as an actor. You can see him
playing a wide range of characters on TV, film, and in commercials.