Biography

John Krasinski portrays sales rep Jim Halpert -- a decent and funny guy who has a ush on his co-worker Pam -- and likes to make trouble for Dwight, his cubicle mate on NBC's "The Office."

Named one of five hot new stars in People Magazine's "Sexiest Man" issue, Krasinski most recently was seen in the feature film "Jarhead," starring Jake Gyllenhaal and directed by Sam Mendes. His feature-film edits also include "Kinsey," starring Liam Neeson and Laura Linney, and "Duane Hopwood," starring David Schwimmer and Janeane Garafalo (which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.) He also recently filmed a role in "For Your Consideration" for director Christopher Guest.

Among Krasinski's television edits are appearances in NBC's "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" and "Ed."

Krasinski graduated from Brown University as an honors playwright and later studied at the National Theater Institute.

Born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, Krasinski currently lives in New York City. His birthday is October 20.