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J. Larose
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LaRose at the 2009 New York Comic Con
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| Born | August 24, 1972 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1998–present |
J. Adam LaRose is an actor who is part of the Navajo Nation. He was born in Chicago in 1972. His acting career started in 1998 and he is still active today.
J. Adam LaRose is well-known for working often with director Darren Lynn Bousman. He has appeared in many of Bousman's movies and TV shows. These include Saw III, Repo! The Genetic Opera, The Devil's Carnival, and an episode of the TV series Fear Itself.
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Early Career and First Roles
J. Adam LaRose played important parts in some of Darren Lynn Bousman's early projects. These were the films Identity Lost and Butterfly Dreams. In both of these, LaRose had the main role.
Hollywood Debut in Saw III
LaRose made his first appearance in a major Hollywood movie in Saw III. He played a character named Troy. Troy was a victim of the character Jigsaw in the film. LaRose's work in this movie was even talked about in a special commentary on the Director's Cut DVD. Director Bousman shared his thoughts on LaRose's performance.
Notable Film Roles
J. Adam LaRose has taken on many different roles in movies. He is especially known for his work in thrillers and horror films.
Repo! The Genetic Opera
His role in Repo! The Genetic Opera is also very important. Before the full movie was made, LaRose appeared in a short film. This short film was directed by Bousman to help promote the idea for the feature film. After the short film was successful, the full-length movie was created. In the movie, LaRose played a reporter for "Vanity and Vein" magazine. His character interviewed Rotti Largo.
The Devil's Carnival
In the 2012 musical film The Devil's Carnival, LaRose played a character called The Major. This movie was also co-directed by Darren Lynn Bousman. LaRose's strong acting skills make him a familiar face in movies that have a special following.
Television Appearances
Besides movies, J. Adam LaRose has also appeared in several TV shows.
The Righteous Gemstones
Since 2019, LaRose has been a recurring actor in the HBO comedy series The Righteous Gemstones. He plays the character "Gregory." Gregory is a member of Jesse Gemstone's group of friends. As of July 2025, he has appeared in 18 episodes of the show.
Filmography
- Butterfly Dreams (2000) as James Luther
- Saw III (2006) as Troy
- Repo! The Genetic Opera (2006 short film) as Pavi Largo
- Saw IV (2007) as Troy (flashback)
- Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008) as Vanity and Vein reporter
- The Tenant (2009) as Jeff
- For the Love of Jade (2009) as Clemens
- Mother's Day as Hospital Security Guard
- 11-11-11 (2011) as Wayne
- Insidious (2011) as Long Haired Fiend
- Pennhurst (2011) as Willard
- The Devil's Carnival (2012) as The Major
- Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013) as Long Haired Fiend
- Missionary (2013) as Sarge Powell
- Now You See Me (2013) as FBI Agent
- Last Shift (2014) as Homeless Man
- To Write Love on Her Arms (2015) as Echo
- Extremity (2018) as Phil
- Big Top Evil (2019) as Roadside Jack
- America: The Motion Picture (2021) as Native American Right Activist (voice)
Television Roles
- Mind of Mencia as Indian
- In Search Of...Mitch Pileggi as Ancient Man
- Sheena - "The Feral King" as Raoul
- Fear Itself - "New Year's Day" as Parking Garage Thug
- Fear the Walking Dead - "This Land is Your Land" as Old Nation Man
- Mayans M.C. - "Buho/Muwan" as Adam
- The Righteous Gemstones - as Gregory (Recurring 16 episodes 2019-present)
- Banshee Season 2 as Thompson (2 episodes)
See also
In Spanish: J. LaRose para niños
