Biography of David Lea
Born on November 7, 1972, in Goshen, New York, David Lea is a middle child with a younger brother and an older sister. Growing up, he developed a passion for watching movies and playing sports, with baseball being his favorite.
At the age of 10, David was inspired by the action in Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) and by the time he was 15, he knew he wanted to be a part of the action. After much persistence and determination, he received his SAG (Screen Actors Guild) membership as a Stuntman in 1994, doubling Leonardo DiCaprio in the film The Basketball Diaries (1995).
With over 100 films, TV shows, and commercials to his credit, David has worked on a wide range of projects. Some of his notable stunt credits include Angels in America (2003),Analyze That (2002),and The Manchurian Candidate (2004).
In addition to his stunt work, David has also pursued acting, studying with renowned drama teacher William Esper at his studio in New York from 1999 to 2001. Other notable students of Esper's include David Morse, Patricia Heaton, Aaron Eckhart, and Kathy Bates.
Combining his acting and stunt abilities, David has developed a unique skillset as a stunt-actor. His acting credits include notable TV appearances on Law & Order (1990),Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999),and The Sopranos (1999).
David is married to his wife Leda, whom he wed in June 2005, and they currently reside in the New York City area.
