James Marsters
Milestones
- Birthplace: Greenville, California
- Birthday: August 20, 1962
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2007
Joined the cast of the CBS drama "Without A Trace" in a recurring role as Detective Mars
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2005
Had a recurring role on "Smallville" (WB) as Dr. Milton Fine (a.k.a. Brainiac) throughout the show's fifth season; will reprised role in the seventh season in 2008
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2003
Lead singer for the rock band Ghost of the Robot; released their debut album Mad Brilliant in February
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2000
Acted in and contributed music to the Blank Theater Company presentation "The Why"
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2000
Showcased his musical talents with acoustic performances in rock clubs
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1999
Acted in an episode of the Fox series "Millennium"
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1999
Had a cameo as a news cameraman in the thriller "The House on Haunted Hill"
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1999 to 2004
Reprised role of Spike as a recurring guest on the spin-off series "Angel" (WB)
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1997 to 2003
Had a recurring role as villainous vampire Spike on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (WB); became a regular in season four
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1994
Performed in the Contemporary Theater thriller "Voices in the Dark" in Seattle
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1992
TV acting debut in "Northern Exposure" (CBS)
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1990
Relocated to Seattle, acting with the American Conservatory Theater
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1989
Directed the Genesis Theater production "Something Unspoken"
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1987
First professional acting role was Ferdinand in "The Tempest" at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago
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Co-founded the Genesis Theater Company in Chicago
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Moved to Los Angeles to pursue a film and television career