Jeff Chase
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1968-01-17
    • Born Place: Paterson, New Jersey, USA
  • Also Known As:

    Jeffrey Chase, Jeff S. Chase, Jeffrey Lance Sniffen

Jeff Chase

Jeff Chase, born Jeffrey L. Sniffen on January 17, 1968, in Paterson, New Jersey, is an American film and television actor and former professional football player. Standing at an imposing 6 feet, 7 inches, and weighing around 285 pounds, Chase played offensive tackle for West Virginia University from 1986 to 1991 under his birth name, Jeff Sniffen, before having a brief professional career with the Albany Firebirds of the Arena Football League. He transitioned into acting, becoming known for his physical roles, often portraying large, imposing characters, bodyguards, or villains. His filmography includes appearances in movies such as "Mission: Impossible III," "Transporter 2," "The Marine," "Looper," and "The Mechanic," as well as TV series like "Dexter," "Monk," and "Alias." Beyond his acting credits, Chase has also worked as a stuntman, notably experiencing an accidental stabbing during the filming of a "Dexter" episode. He is married to Kimberly Chase and has a son, Cory.

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