James Landry Hébert Biography: Movies, Ethnicity, Height, Net Worth, Age, Girlfriend, Parents, Awards

James Landry Hébert is an American actor best known for his performances as Wade in the Paramount+ Western series 1883, Rem in NBC’s Taken, Axel in Stranger Things, and Slim Miller in Westworld.

He has also appeared in acclaimed films including Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Gangster Squad, Looper, Super 8, and Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1.

Known for his rugged screen presence and versatility, Hébert has established himself as a respected character actor in both film and television.

James Landry Hébert
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	James Landry Hébert
Born:	October 4, 1984 (age 41 years old)
Place of Birth:	Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Caucasian
Height:	6 feet 0 inches (183 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Ted Darden and Rhonda Darden (adoptive parents)
Occupation:	Actor
Net Worth:	$2 million USD

Early Life and Education

James Landry Hébert was born on October 4, 1984, in Lafayette, Louisiana.

At a very young age, both of his biological parents passed away, and he was adopted by Ted Darden and Rhonda Darden, members of the Chitimacha Tribe, who raised him on a Native American reservation in Louisiana.

There is no public information about his siblings. Growing up, he developed a deep appreciation for storytelling, the outdoors, and Western culture, influences that would later shape many of his acting roles. He attended Louisiana State University (LSU), where he studied theatre before pursuing a professional acting career.

Following Hurricane Katrina, he returned to Louisiana and began working in the state’s growing film industry, eventually transitioning into acting full-time.

Career

James Landry Hébert began his screen career with small roles in major Hollywood productions, including The Expendables, Super 8, Texas Killing Fields, Looper, and Gangster Squad.

His strong physical presence and ability to portray intense, rugged characters quickly earned him recurring opportunities in both film and television.

He later appeared in popular series such as Agent Carter, Longmire, The Tomorrow People, and Westworld, steadily building a reputation as a dependable character actor.

His breakthrough came in 2017 when he portrayed Rem in NBC’s action series Taken, followed by his role as Axel in the second season of Stranger Things.

He gained even wider recognition for playing cowboy Wade in the critically acclaimed Yellowstone prequel 1883, starring alongside Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Sam Elliott. Hébert later appeared as Flagg in Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 and joined the third season of Euphoria as Harley, continuing to expand his career with high-profile television and film projects.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jameslandryhebert

Personal Life

James Landry Hébert, 41 years old, is single and does not have any children. There is no public information about his past or present relationships. He enjoys horseback riding, ranch life, fitness, and outdoor activities.

His upbringing on a Native American reservation and his experience with horses have contributed to the authenticity he brings to many of his Western roles.

Net Worth

James Landry Hébert has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. His income comes primarily from film and television acting, commercial work, and appearances at fan conventions.

His roles in 1883, Taken, Stranger Things, and major Hollywood films have been the primary contributors to his financial success.

Filmography

• The Expendables (2010)
• Super 8 (2011)
• Texas Killing Fields (2011)
• Looper (2012)
• Seven Psychopaths (2012)
• Gangster Squad (2013)
• Agent Carter (2015)
• Westworld (2016)
• Taken (2017–2018)
• Stranger Things (2017)
• Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
• 1883 (2021–2022)
• To Leslie (2022)
• Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024)
• NCIS (2024)
• The Righteous Gemstones (2025)
• Euphoria (2026)