Kevin Kline
Acting
- Born:
- 1947-10-24
- Place of birth:
- St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Biography
Kevin Delaney Kline (born October 24, 1947) is an American actor and singer. He is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation and has enjoyed a successful career in both film and theater. He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002). In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances. He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions and earned a Tony Award for his role in the musical "On the Twentieth Century" (1978). His theater credits include performances in works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, and other renowned playwrights. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of characters, from comedic roles to dramatic and even musical ones. He is known for his charisma, wit, and skillful acting, which have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Known For
Filmography
American Classic
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
PERFUMANIA
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Jamie Lee Curtis: Hollywood Call of Freedom
The Bob's Burgers Movie
The Starling
The Good House
Dear Elizabeth
Here Today
Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
Alan Pakula: Going for Truth
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts
Noël Coward's Present Laughter
Nature: Yosemite
Beauty and the Beast
Dean
Ricki and the Flash
My Old Lady
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Last Vegas
The Last of Robin Hood
Close Up
Darling Companion
Oscar Etiquette
Olmsted and America's Urban Parks
The Conspirator
No Strings Attached
Bob's Burgers
The Extra Man
Still on the Road
Queen to Play
Cyrano de Bergerac
The Tale of Despereaux
The Last Ghost of War
Theater of War
Definitely, Maybe
Cyrano de Bergerac
Weathering the Storm: The Making of The Ice Storm
The Graham Norton Show
Trade
As You Like It
The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America
A Prairie Home Companion
The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays
The Pink Panther
Bringing Balanchine Back
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Parkinson
De-Lovely
Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
The Shakespeare Sessions
The Emperor's Club
Character Building: Inside 'Life As a House'
Life as a House: From the Ground Up
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
Orange County
Life as a House
The Anniversary Party
The Road to El Dorado
Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West
Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets
The Making of Silverado
Wild Wild West
It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'
A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Big Chill: A Reunion
The Ice Storm
In & Out
The View
Fierce Creatures
Looking for Richard
The Daily Show
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
French Kiss
Princess Caraboo
Inside the Actors Studio
Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
The Nutcracker
Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
Dave
Chaplin
Consenting Adults
Grand Canyon
Merlin and the Dragons
Soapdish
William Shakespeare's Hamlet
I Love You to Death
The January Man
A Fish Called Wanda
Cry Freedom
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Violets Are Blue
Silverado
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'
The Big Chill
The Pirates of Penzance
Sophie's Choice
Nature
Wetten, dass..?
The Pirates of Penzance
The Time of Your Life
Saturday Night Live
Film '72
Great Performances
The Diary