Shane Johnson Biography
Shane Johnson is an American Actor. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Scott in Black Cadillac and Cooper Saxe in Power, as well as its spin-off, Power Book II: Ghost. He has also appeared as Will Cooper in two episodes of the 2008 TNT show Raising the Bar.
Shane Johnson Age / Birthday
As of 2023, Johnson is 47 years old, he was born on February 29, 1976, in the United States of America. He celebrates his birthday on February 29 every year.
Shane Johnson Height / Measurements
Johnson is of average body stature and stands at an approximate height of 6 feet 2 inches tall.
Shane Johnson Partner / Wife
Johnson’s wife is Keili Lefkovitz. They have been together for over 20 years and married for 17 years. His wife is also an actress. She has taken part in movies like: From Zero to I Love You 2019, Pain & Gain 2013, and Malibu’s Most Wanted. Shane shares loving posts about Kelli on his social media, frequently celebrating their anniversaries and expressing his gratitude for her.
Shane Johnson Kids / Children
Johnson and Keili Lefkovitz have two sons. Shepard Johnson who was born on March 22, 2007, and Gunner Johnson born on January 12, 2010.
Shane Johnson Family / Relatives
Johnson manages to keep information regarding his parents away from the limelight. We will update this information once it’s available. He has mentioned having a sister in interviews but has not revealed her name or any other details about her.
Shane Johnson Education
Johnson graduated from Ephrata High School (WA) in 1994. He obtained a degree from Whitman College in 1998. While the specific major isn’t publicly available, his social media mentions an interest in theatre and performing arts, suggesting the possibility of a related discipline.
Shane Johnson Career
Johnson’s acting career began in the early 2000s, with roles in television shows like “Law & Order” and “Third Watch.” He gradually gained recognition through recurring appearances in popular series like “Blue Bloods” and “Chicago P.D.,” before landing his breakout role as Scott in the 2009 thriller film “Black Cadillac.” In 2014, Johnson joined the Starz crime drama “Power,” portraying the tenacious Assistant U.S. Attorney Cooper Saxe.
This role became defining in his career, earning him critical acclaim and a large fanbase. Johnson’s artistic pursuits extend beyond acting. He’s a self-taught animator, developing multiple animation projects. He’s also ventured into writing and producing, striking deals with production companies and navigating the complexities of the television landscape.
Shane Johnson Net Worth
Through Johnson’s career as an Actor, he has been able to accumulate a net worth that ranges between $5 Million and $ 5.5 Million.
Shane Johnson Power
Johnson played the role of Cooper Saxe in the Starz crime drama Power (2014-2020) and its sequel series Power Book II: Ghost (2020-present). Cooper Saxe is a complex and multifaceted character who served as a major antagonist for much of the series. Saxe is initially driven by a deep desire to bring down James “Ghost” St. Patrick, the main protagonist of Power. He becomes fixated on Ghost’s criminal activities and relentlessly pursues him, even bending some ethical lines in the process.
While Saxe’s pursuit of Ghost is initially portrayed as heroic, his methods and motivations become increasingly questionable. He is willing to manipulate evidence and exploit personal relationships to achieve his goals, blurring the lines between good and evil. In the third season of Power Book II: Ghost, Saxe meets a tragic end, leaving behind a legacy of ambiguity and complexity.
Shane Johnson NCIS
Johnson did appear in a single episode of NCIS titled “The Missionary Position” which aired in 2012. In this episode, he played the role of CIA Agent Stephen Wheeler, who collaborates with NCIS on a case involving a murdered Navy chaplain. This was a one-time guest appearance and his character did not become a recurring character on the show.
Shane Johnson Raising the Bar
Johnson played the role of Will Cooper in two episodes of the 2008 legal drama series Raising the Bar. His character appeared in Season 1, Episode 1 titled “Pilot” and Episode 2 titled “Innocence”. Will Cooper is described as a handsome, confident lawyer who works at the prestigious firm Winston & Roth. He is a rival of protagonist Patrick Kennedy and represents several high-profile clients during his short stint on the show.
Shane Johnson Chicago P.D
Johnson’s role in Chicago P.D. is fairly minor, as he has only appeared in one episode. In the episode titled “Sympathetic Reflex” (Season 10, Episode 12), aired on February 23, 2022, Johnson portrays Andrew Chaffey. Chaffey is a businessman who gets caught up in a situation involving a shooting and becomes a witness. The Intelligence Unit investigates the shooting and interacts with Chaffey throughout the episode. Johnson is not a recurring character on Chicago P.D., but he did make a guest appearance in one episode playing a supporting role.
Shane Johnson Movies and TV Shows
Movies/Films
- Black Cadillac (2003): This action thriller sees Johnson playing Scott, a man caught in a deadly game with a mysterious cult led by Lance Henriksen.
- The Possession of Michael King (2014): Johnson takes the lead in this supernatural horror film as Michael King, a man who invites demons to possess him in a desperate attempt to save his marriage.
- Behind Enemy Lines (2001): He portrays a Navy pilot shot down behind enemy lines during the Bosnian War.
- The Big Time (2002): In this comedy-drama, Johnson plays Timothy Wilkison, a young man who dreams of making it big in Hollywood.
- Saving Private Ryan (1998): Though a brief appearance, Johnson is credited as Soldier on the Beach #9 in this epic war film directed by Steven Spielberg.
- The Great Buck Howard (2008): Johnson takes on the role of a roadie for a washed-up magician in this quirky comedy-drama.
TV Shows
- Power (2014-2020, Power Book II: Ghost 2023): Played the tenacious assistant U.S. attorney Cooper Saxe, relentlessly pursuing the St. Patrick family’s criminal empire.
- Blue Bloods (2022): Guest-starred as Dr. Knight in the episode “First Blush.”
- Chicago P.D. (2022): Briefly appeared as Andrew Chaffey in the episode “Sympathetic Reflex.”
- NCIS (2012): Portrayed Lieutenant Commander David Lewis in the episode “Newborn.”
- Castle (2012): Had a guest role as Detective Reynolds in the episode “Cuffed.”
- Criminal Minds (2012): Played Daniel Corbit in the episode “The Road Less Traveled.”
- The Closer (2011): Briefly appeared as Officer James in the episode “Run.”
- Private Practice (2010): Guest-starred as Kyle in the episode “In the Name of Love.”
- Raising the Bar (2008): Portrayed Will Cooper in two episodes.
- Cold Case (2007): Played Officer Tom Parker in the episode “Street Money.”
- CSI: NY (2006): Briefly appeared as Officer Kevin Riley in the episode “Forever.”
- Bones (2006): Guest-starred as Dr. Ethan Mayer in the episode “The Bones That Lie.”
- CSI: Miami (2002): Played Officer Scott Evans in the episode “Grand Slam.”
Shane Johnson Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Johnson is active on his social media accounts. He has about 24k followers on his Facebook Page, about 22.1k followers on his Twitter account, and around 170k followers on his Instagram account.