8 Things You Didn’t Know About J.K. Simmons

Mr. Jonathan Kimble J. K. Simmons is a well-known character actor and voice actor best known for his role as Dr. Emil Skoda on the NBC series “Law & Order.” He has received almost fifty awards, including an Oscar, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA.

It’s time to get to know him better with these 8 previously discovered facts about him.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About J.K. Simmons

1. Has A Degree In Music

Simmons earned a music degree from the University of Montana. Voice, songwriting, and directing were among his studies. The experience prepared him well for his Oscar-winning performance as Terence Fletcher in Whiplash. ^[1]

2. Comes From A Musical Background

Simmons also has a musical background. His father was a conductor and music educator. Without a doubt, this is why he can play any instrument in the symphony.

3. His Odd Job Before Acting

Simmons worked for a company in Seattle that supplied singing telegrams before becoming an actor. He’d acquire an address, gather a slew of balloons, and show up to sing a telegram… wearing a tutu

4. His Knees Didn’t Let Him Play Football

Simmons was raised in Ohio and played football for many years. When his knees became an issue and prompted him to retire, he became a hippie instead. ^[2]

5. Also Worked On Stage

Prior to moving to the big screen, Simmons was a stage performer, appearing in revivals of Peter Pan and Guys and Dolls. He retired from theatre when his children were born. However, now that his children have graduated from high school, he has hinted that he may return to the stage.

6. Won 47 Awards For A Single Role

He earned 47 accolades for his role in the movie “Whiplash” in 2014. He portrayed a demanding music conductor who will go to any length to push his student to greatness.

7. Suffered From Ribs injury

When Teller tackled Simmons during the final two days of filming for “Whiplash,” he injured his ribs. Despite the injuries, he went on to complete the shoot.

8. Used Wigs In Spiderman

In the Spiderman franchises, he wore wigs and artificial mustaches to play Jonah Jameson. People know him as the character even though he is entirely bald and clean-shaved in real life.