Jason Lee

Jason Michael Lee (born April 25, 1970) is an American actor, comedian, filmmaker, singer, photographer, and former professional skateboarder. He is known for his role as Earl Hickey on the NBC television series *My Name Is Earl*, Dwight Hendricks in *Memphis Beat* (2010–2011), the voice of Syndrome in the film *The Incredibles*, Dave Seville in the *Alvin and the Chipmunks* films, and his collaborations with director Kevin Smith.

Lee's roles in Kevin Smith films include *Mallrats*, *Chasing Amy*, *Dogma*, *Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back*, *Jersey Girl*, *Clerks II*, and *Cop Out*. He won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his performance in *Chasing Amy*.

His other notable film roles include starring in *Enemy of the State*, *Almost Famous*, *Vanilla Sky*, *Stealing Harvard*, *A Guy Thing*, and *The Ballad of Jack and Rose*. His voice acting credits include Syndrome in *The Incredibles*, Bones in *Monster House*, and the title character in *Underdog*.

Lee was nominated for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy TV series in 2005 and 2006 by The Golden Globe for his role as Earl Hickey in *My Name Is Earl*.

A former professional skateboarder, Lee is the co-founder and co-owner of Stereo Skateboards, which he founded in 1992 with fellow skateboarder Chris "Dune" Pastras. Since 1992, Stereo has manufactured and distributed skateboard decks, equipment, and apparel, as well as produced skate videos.