David James Elliott
David James Elliott is a Canadian actor who rose to fame after playing the role of Harman Rabb Jr. in the NCIS legal drama television series JAG. He later got more recognition for his portrayal of John Wayne in the biographical drama Trumbo. The actor currently appears in the Netflix show Spinning Out.
Ryerson University Graduate
David James Elliott was born as David Williams Smith in Milton, Ontario, Canada, on September 21, 1960. He is the son of Patricia Smith and Arnold Smith.
His father was a heating and plumbing wholesale contractor while his mother was an office manager. He was raised along with two siblings.
Elliott attended Milton District High School but he left the college in the final year to become part of a band. At the age of 19, he returned to college to finish his studies.
Following his graduation from Milton District High School, he enrolled at Ryerson University in Toronto, where he completed his graduation in 1982.
Later, he went to the Stratford Shakespearean Festival in Ontario. He holds Canadian nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity.
Famous For 'Trumbo' And 'JAG'
David James Elliott started his acting career in 1986 with the role of Cadet Baxter in the comedy film Police Academy 3: Back in Traning. That same year, he appeared in the television drama series The Campbells.
His other early projects include The Climb, The Big Town, The Hitchhiker, and China Beach. In 1995, Elliott got the main role of Harmon 'Harm' Rabb Jr. in the legal drama television series JAG. He worked on the show until 2005, along with Tracey Needham, Catherine Bell, and Scott Lawrence.
In 2006, David appeared on three TV shows Sixty Minute Man, Medium, and Close to Home. Later in 2010, he joined the cast of television series Scoundrels. The same year, he was cast in Confined, Terror Trap, and Dad's Home.
In 2013, Elliott got a role in the sci-fi film Exploding Sun. A year later, he was featured in Mad Men and Stranded. He played the role of John Wayne in Jay Roach's Trumbo in 2015.
Most recently, David appeared in The Obituary of Tunde Johnson and NCIS: Los Angeles in 2019. As of now, the actor plays the role of James Davis on the Netflix series, Spinning Out.
David James Elliott Is Worth $15 Million
The 6 feet 3 inch-tall actor, David James Elliott generates a decent sum of fortune from his acting career.
According to the celebrity net worth website, the actor has a net worth of around $15 million, as of Feb 2021.
Moreover, the actor recently listed his Brentwood Villa house, which is in Los Angeles, for sale for $8 million. The house, which covers a total area of 7,957 square feet, features 4 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms plus a guesthouse.
Marraige With Wife Nanci Chambers
David James Elliott is a married man. He tied the knot with Nanci Chambers in 1992 in a beautiful wedding ceremony. His wife is also an actress who has famously appeared in Ghost Whisperer, JAG, and L.A. Heat.
As of now, the duo is proud parents of a daughter, Stephanie Elliott (born in March 1993), and a son, Wyatt Elliott (born in March 2003). The family of four currently resides in Los Angeles.
Most Asked Questions
1. Is David James Elliott related to Sam Elliott?
Of course, the same surname might confuse people, but no, David and Sam are not related to each other.
2. Is David James Elliott still acting?
David is mainly known for his lead role in the popular series JAG from 1995-2005 where he played the character named Harmon 'Harm' Rabb Jr. After the show, he has undoubtedly showcased to the audiences his range of acting from comedy to serious role. Most recently, in 2020, he appeared in the role of James Davis on the show Spinning Out.
3. Is David James Elliott still married to Nanci Chambers?
Unlike many Hollywood couples, David and Nanci are very much together and in love. The couple first met back in the late 80s and is together ever since. They tied the knot in 1992 and share two children.
4. How much is David James Elliott worth?
According to the sources, the actor has a net worth of around $15 million, as of Feb 2021.