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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/jonathan-frakes">Jonathan Scott Frakes</a> was born on August 19, 1952, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He attended Liberty High School, graduating in 1970. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theater from Pennsylvania State University. During his time at Penn State, he was a <a href="/biography/jonathan-frakes">member</a> of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.</p>

<h2>Early Acting Career</h2>
<p>After moving to New York City to pursue acting, Frakes landed his first theatrical role in Eugene O'Neill’s play <em>The Hairy Ape</em>, directed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Ferencz">George Ferencz</a>. He later appeared in the musical <em>Shenandoah</em> and began working on television. One of his earliest roles was on the NBC soap opera <em>The Doctors</em>.</p>
<p>Following the cancellation of his role, Frakes relocated to Los Angeles, California, where he found guest-star opportunities in numerous popular television series, including <em>Eight Is Enough</em>, <em>The Waltons</em>, <em>Matlock</em>, <em>Hill Street Blues</em>, and <em>The Dukes of Hazzard</em>.</p>

<h2>Television and Film Achievements</h2>
<p>In 1983, Frakes appeared as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Lindbergh">Charles Lindbergh</a> in an episode of the science-fiction series <em>Voyagers!</em> and was part of the NBC primetime soap opera <em>Bare Essence</em>. He also had a recurring role on <em>Falcon Crest</em> and appeared in the 1986 miniseries <em>Dream West</em>.</p>

<h2>Star Trek: The Next Generation and Directorial Career</h2>
<p>Frakes rose to international fame for his portrayal of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Riker">Commander</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Riker">William T. Riker</a> in the acclaimed science fiction series <em>Star Trek: The Next Generation</em>. His strong association with the franchise extended beyond this single role. Frakes became one of only a few actors to appear in four different <em>Star Trek</em> series: <em>The Next Generation</em>, <em>Deep Space Nine</em>, <em>Voyager</em>, and <em>Enterprise</em>.</p>
<p>In addition to acting, Frakes established himself as a talented director. He directed the feature films <em>Star Trek: First Contact</em> and <em>Star Trek: Insurrection</em>, both of which received positive attention from fans and critics. He also received a Blockbuster Entertainment Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and a Saturn Award nomination for Best Director.</p>

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<h2>Voice Work and Other Television Projects</h2>
<p>Frakes provided the voice of David Xanatos in the Disney animated series <em>Gargoyles</em> and also voiced himself in the <em>Futurama</em> episode titled "Where No Fan Has Gone Before." He hosted several paranormal-themed television shows, including <em>Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction</em> and <em>The Paranormal Borderline</em>.</p>
<p>He also served as executive producer for the television series <em>Roswell</em>, where he occasionally made guest appearances. His nickname, "<a href="/biography/jonathan-frakes">Two-Takes Frakes</a>," reflects his efficiency and confidence as a director.</p>

<h2>Writing Career</h2>
<p>Apart from acting and directing, Frakes ventured into writing. He co-authored the science fiction novel <em>The Abductors: Conspiracy</em>, which was well received among fans of the genre.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Frakes began dating <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genie_Francis">actress</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genie_Francis">Genie Francis</a>, known for her role on <em>General Hospital</em>, on May 26, 1985. The couple married on May 28, 1988, and have two children, including a daughter named Elizabeth Francis Frakes.</p>

<h2>Personal Details and Public Presence</h2>
<p>Standing at 6 feet 4 inches (approximately 193 cm), Frakes is known for his charismatic presence. His eye color is blue and his hair is dark brown. According to public records, he identifies as Anglican/<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Episcopal_Church_(United_States)">Episcopalian</a> and his zodiac sign is Leo.</p>
<p>As of recent estimates, Jonathan Frakes has a net worth of approximately $12 million. He maintains a presence on social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. Fans can also read more about his career through sources like Wikipedia and various biography platforms.</p>

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