JB's early life was marked by a unique cultural blend, as he was born in Paris, France to an English mother and a French father. At the age of four, he relocated with his mother to Yorkshire, England, where he would spend the majority of his childhood and adolescence. This move would have a profound impact on his life, as he would go on to attend school and eventually graduate from the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in 1990.
For over 15 years, JB worked extensively in the theater scene in Britain, showcasing his versatility by performing in a wide range of productions. His theater work spanned various genres, from avant-garde physical theater companies to world tours of Shakespeare plays and classical Greek theater. During this time, he had the opportunity to work at the renowned Royal National Theater in London, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and dedicated thespian.
JB's film career received a significant boost with his critically acclaimed performance as Luigi Vampa in the 2002 adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel, The Count of Monte Cristo. Following this success, he made the decision to relocate to Los Angeles, where he has since made a name for himself in the American film and television industry. His impressive resume boasts a diverse range of roles in over 30 TV shows, including Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Barry, Shameless, NCIS: LA, Burn Notice, The Unit, Prison Break, CSI: NY, Nikita, NYPD Blue, and many others. He has also appeared in numerous films, including his recent role as Bashkim in the 2017 war drama, War Dogs.
In addition to his impressive acting credits, JB is also a highly accomplished voice actor and director, with a wide range of projects under his belt. His animation work includes a variety of shows and films, such as All Hail King Julien, Dragons: Race To The Edge, Scooby Doo, Trip Tank, Turbo Fast, Pickle and Peanut, Regular Show, Penn Zero, The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avengers Assemble. He has also lent his voice to over 170 video games, bringing to life over 400 characters in a variety of franchises, including Rost in Horizon Zero Dawn, The Admin in Minecraft Story Mode, Bane in Telltale Batman, Arkham Origins, and many others. His extensive video game credits also include work on various projects for Blizzard Entertainment and the Uncharted franchise.
As a voice director, JB has been involved in a number of high-profile video games, including Fortnite, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War, Lego Batman 3, Lego Dimensions, XCOM 2, Mafia III, Overwatch, World of Warcraft, World of Warcraft: Legion, Hearthstone, Diablo III, and Heroes of the Storm. Throughout his career, JB has consistently demonstrated his ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and projects, earning him a reputation as one of the most versatile and talented actors in the industry.
