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John Shea

A seasoned actor with a storied career from Broadway to TV seeks to redefine his legacy by taking on complex, iconic roles that challenge both his craft and his understanding of heroism.

Born

April 14, 1949

From

North Conway, New Hampshire, USA

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Producer

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Decades active

In short · Acting since 1980, 5 decades active, 49 credits.

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Biography

John Victor Shea III (born April 14, 1949) is an American actor and director who has appeared on stage, television, and in film. He is best known for his role as Lex Luthor in the 1990s television series *Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman*, and also starred in the short-lived 1990s series *WIOU* as Hank Zaret. In the 2000s, he appeared on the series *Mutant X* as Adam Kane.

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