James Spader was born on February 7, 1960 in Boston, Massachusetts. He studied in Brooks School and resided on campus given that his father taught there. He has appeared on countless films like Pretty in Pink, Speaking of Sex, Driftwood, Wolf, Dream Lover, Endless Love, and Sex, Lies and Videotape. Currently, he is part of the TV series Boston Legal as Alan Shore. Alan Shore is a corrupt lawyer who uses illicit measures like bribery, blackmail, and computer hacking. Ironically, he has a heart of gold. When it comes to his co-workers, he is very humorous and jolly. He has a fear of clowns and suffers from night terrors. He is also perceived to be an extreme womanizer. (Photo courtesy of ABC)