About Alex Russell
Born 1987. Alex Russell is an Australian actor, film actor, television actor and film director.
Alexander Andrew Russell (born 11 December 1987) is an Australian actor and director. He made his film debut in the thriller film Wasted on the Young before his breakout with a starring role in the found footage superhero film Chronicle (2012).
Russell had starring roles in the films Bait 3D (2012) and Believe Me (2014), and supporting roles in the films The Host (2013), Carrie (2013), and Unbroken (2014). In the mid-to-late 2010s, Russell starred in the films Goldstone (2016) and Jungle (2017), and had a supporting role in the biographical film Only the Brave (2017). He had a main role as Jim Street on the first six seasons of the CBS action drama television series S.W.A.T. (2017–2025).
Early life and education Alexander Andrew Russell was born on 11 December 1987 in Brisbane and grew up in Rockhampton, Queensland. also director
Director Year Title Notes 2021–2025 S.W.A.T. "Safe House", "Witness", "SNAFU", "Devil Dog"
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Who is Alex Russell?
Australian actor and director
When was Alex Russell born?
Alex Russell was born on 11 December 1987 in Australia.
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Alex Russell is an actor, film actor, television actor and film director.
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Alex Russell is Australian.
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