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James Read Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 6, 2026: By Josphat Gachie

James Read is an American actor best known for playing George Hazard in North and South.

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Best Known For:The television show North and South
Breakthrough:Gained international fame starring as George Hazard in the North and South miniseries in 1985

10 Quick Facts About James Read

  • Full Name: James Read
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show North and South
  • Date of Birth: July 31, 1953
  • Age: 73 years old
  • Place of Birth: Buffalo, New York
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Wendy Kilbourne
  • Specialization: Actor
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James Read Age

James Read is about 73 years old as of 2026. James Read was born in 1953.

James Read Height

James Read stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches. This is approximately 188 cm.

Education

He attended University of Oregon.

  • University of Oregon
    • Period: 1976

Rise to Fame

James Read rose to prominence for his role on the television show Charmed.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Days of Our Lives, North and South, and Charmed.

  • TV Show: Days of Our Lives (Clyde Weston, 2014-Present)
  • TV Show: North and South (George Hazard, 1985-1994)
  • TV Show: Charmed (Victor Bennett, 2001-2006)

James Read Net Worth

James Read's net worth is estimated to be between $3,000,000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.

James Read Family & Relationships

James Read is married to Wendy Kilbourne. He has 2 children, Jackson Read and Sydney Read.

  • Father: James Read Sr
  • Children:
    • Jackson Read (1991)
    • Sydney Read (1995)

Personal Information

  • Full Name: James Read
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: July 31, 1953
  • Age: 73
  • Birthday: July 31
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo
  • Place of Birth: Buffalo, New York

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 2 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Father: James Read Sr
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Wendy Kilbourne

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $40,000–$518,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $3,000,000
  • Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work

Related Biographies

  • Wendy Kilbourne (Spouse • Met on the set of North and South)

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