Known for movies
Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001-2014)
as Gavin 'Spinner' Mason
Dog Pound (2010)
as Davis
Degrassi Takes Manhattan (2010)
as Gavin 'Spinner' Mason
Degrassi Spring Break Movie (2008)
as Gavin 'Spinner' Mason
Short Info
| Fact | His favorite article of clothing is boxers. |
Shane Kippel is a Canadian actor, best known for his role as Spinner Mason on the hit television series Degrassi: The Next Generation.
Born in Mississauga, Ontario, on October 7, 1986, Kippel is the middle child of three boys. His father is a police officer and his mother is a homemaker. Kippel began acting at the age of 10, when he was cast in a local production of The Wizard of Oz. He went on to appear in several other stage productions before landing his breakout role on Degrassi: The Next Generation in 2001.
Kippel appeared in all 14 seasons of Degrassi: The Next Generation, until the show ended its run in 2015. He also had a recurring role on the spin-off series Degrassi: Next Class.
Outside of acting, Kippel is an avid musician. He plays both the guitar and drums and has released several songs through his YouTube channel.
Kippel has been in a relationship with Canadian actress Shenae Grimes-Beech since 2008. The couple has one daughter together, born in 2013.
As of 2021, Shane Kippel has a net worth of $3 million.
General Info
| Full Name | Shane Kippel |
| Profession | Actor |
| Nationality | Canadian |
Accomplishments
| Nominations | Gemini Award for Best Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series |
| Movies | Verona, Dog Pound, Jay and Silent Bob Do Degrassi |
| TV Shows | Degrassi: The Next Generation |
Social profile links
Facts
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | He is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent. |
| 2 | His favorite article of clothing is boxers. |
| 3 | He attended Newtonbrook High School. |
| 4 | He plays the drums. He's in a band called "Two Left Feet". |
| 5 | Has lost 50 pounds since he began Degrassi. |
Pictures
Movies
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degrassi: Next Class | 2016 | TV Series | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Degrassi: The Next Generation | 2001-2014 | TV Series | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Combat Hospital | 2011 | TV Series | LCPL Chuck Braddock |
| Degrassi Takes Manhattan | 2010 | TV Movie | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Pure Pwnage | 2010 | TV Series | Ryan |
| Verona | 2010 | Short | George |
| Dog Pound | 2010 | Davis | |
| Degrassi Goes Hollywood | 2009 | TV Movie | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Life with Derek | 2006-2009 | TV Series | Ralph |
| Degrassi: Minis | 2005-2009 | TV Series | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Degrassi Spring Break Movie | 2008 | TV Movie | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Jay and Silent Bob Do Degrassi | 2005 | Video | Gavin 'Spinner' Mason |
| Todd and the Book of Pure Evil | 2003 | Short | Chad the Jock |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| It Goes There: Degrassi's Most Talked About Moments | 2015 | TV Movie | Himself |
| 2010 MuchMusic Video Awards | 2010 | TV Special | Himself |
| Degrassi in Ecuador | 2008 | TV Movie | Himself |
| eTalk Daily | 2008 | TV Series | Himself |
| Degrassi: Doing What Matters | 2007 | TV Movie | Himself |
| Degrassi Unscripted | 2004 | TV Mini-Series | Himself |
Archive Footage
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degrassi's 40 Most Go There-est Moments | 2006 | TV Mini-Series | Himself / Gavin "Spinner" Mason |
Awards
Won Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Young Artist Award | Young Artist Awards | Best Ensemble in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) | Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) |
Nominated Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Gemini | Gemini Awards | Best Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series | Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) |
| 2006 | Young Artist Award | Young Artist Awards | Best Young Ensemble Perfromance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) | Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) |
| 2003 | Young Artist Award | Young Artist Awards | Best Ensemble in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) | Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia
