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James "Munky" Shaffer

Known For
Acting
Born
June 6, 1970 in Los Angeles, California, USA
Active Years
1997–2022 (26 Years)
Total Credits
28 credits in database
Acting Born Jun 6, 1970 Los Angeles, California, USA 28 credits
28
Total Credits
1997–2022
26 Years Career Span
1
Vault Titles
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Key Co-Stars

Biography

James Christian Shaffer, also known by his stage name Munky, is an American musician born on June 6, 1970, in Los Angeles, California. He is best known as a co-founder and the guitarist for the nu metal band Korn. His work with the band includes contributions recognized across various media platforms. He is noted in film and television reference databases with multiple known acting and soundtrack credits, including his work associated with the film The Collector. As a member of Korn, he has participated in a musical career that has achieved worldwide record sales and multiple Grammy awards while helping to establish a new genre of heavy music. Shaffer maintains a presence in the entertainment industry as both a musician and a credited media figure.

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Career

Career overview

James Christian Shaffer, also known by his stage name Munky, is an American musician born in Los Angeles, California, on June 6, 1970. He is recognized as a co-founder and guitarist for the nu metal band Korn, also written as KoЯn. In addition to his work with the band, his career includes acting and contributions to soundtracks, such as his work on the movie The Collector. Shaffer holds twenty-eight known credits for his work in the entertainment industry.

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Career timeline

Korn: Requiem Mass
Korn: Monumental
Loud Krazy Love
Mind Over Matter
Rammstein in AmerikaHell Hath No Fury · Original Music ComposerKorn: Rock in Rio 2015
KoRn: Live At Brixton Academy
Korn: Reconciliation
Korn - Live At The Hollywood Palladium
Korn Live: The Encounter
Korn: Live At Montreux 2004
Korn: MTV Unplugged
Korn : Live on the Other SideFamily Values Tour 2006
KoRn Presents: See You on the Other Side
Korn - Live at CBGB's
MonkKorn: DeuceKorn: Live
Woodstock '99
Family Values Tour '98KoRn issues: Live at Apollo Theater 1999Korn: Live at Woodstock 99Korn: Woodstock 99
Korn: Who Then Now?

Full Filmography

28 titles
  • Korn: Requiem Mass (2022) as Self
  • Korn: Monumental (2021)
  • Loud Krazy Love (2019) as Self
  • Mind Over Matter (2017) as Self [KoЯn]
  • Rammstein in Amerika (2015) as Self
  • Hell Hath No Fury (2015) Original Music Composer
  • Korn: Rock in Rio 2015 (2015) as Guitars
  • KoRn: Live At Brixton Academy (2014) as Self
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  • Korn: Reconciliation (2013) as Self
  • Korn - Live At The Hollywood Palladium (2012) as Self - Guitars
  • Korn Live: The Encounter (2010) as Self
  • Korn: Live At Montreux 2004 (2008)
  • Korn: MTV Unplugged (2007) as Self - Guitar
  • Korn : Live on the Other Side (2006) as Self
  • Family Values Tour 2006 (2006) as Guitars - KoЯn
  • KoRn Presents: See You on the Other Side (2005)
  • Korn - Live at CBGB's (2004) as Self
  • Monk (2002) as James 'Munky' Shaffer
  • Korn: Deuce (2002) as Self
  • Korn: Live (2002) as Self
  • Woodstock '99 (2000)
  • Family Values Tour '98 (1999) as Self
  • KoRn issues: Live at Apollo Theater 1999 (1999) as Guitar
  • Korn: Live at Woodstock 99 (1999) as Self
  • Korn: Woodstock 99 (1999)
  • Korn: Who Then Now? (1997) as Self
  • Korn - Summer Breeze 2017 as Self
  • Korn Live at Ozzfest 2010 Art Department Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is James "Munky" Shaffer best known for?

James "Munky" Shaffer is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Monk (2002).

When and where was James "Munky" Shaffer born?

James "Munky" Shaffer was born on June 6, 1970 in Los Angeles, California, USA.

How many credits does James "Munky" Shaffer have?

James "Munky" Shaffer has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1997 to 2022.

What is James "Munky" Shaffer's background in cinema and television?

James Christian Shaffer, also known by his stage name Munky, is an American musician born on June 6, 1970, in Los Angeles, California. He is best known as a co-founder and the guitarist for the nu metal band Korn. His work with the band includes contributions recognized across various media platforms. He is noted in fi...

James "Munky" Shaffer by the numbers

28credits
27films
1TV series
1997–2022active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • Monk (2002) as James 'Munky' Shaffer — aged about 32

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