How old is Desmond Harrington?

Desmond Harrington is 49 years old (born October 19, 1976).

Is Desmond Harrington still alive?

Yes, Desmond Harrington is still alive as of 2026, aged 49.

Where is Desmond Harrington from?

Desmond Harrington is from Savannah, Georgia, USA, United States.

What generation is Desmond Harrington?

Desmond Harrington is a Generation X, born in 1976.

Desmond Harrington

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Desmond Harrington (born October 19, 1976) is an American actor. He is known for movies such as The Hole, Wrong Turn and Ghost Ship. He joined the cast of the Showtime series Dexter in its third season as Joey Quinn. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Born

Years in career31 years active

October 19th, 1976

Birthplace

Savannah, Georgia, USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Generation X

Career

31 years

Region

North America

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How Desmond Harrington compares to other Actors

🎂Desmond Harrington is 4 years younger than the average Actor

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Facts about Desmond Harrington

Did you know?

Did you know that despite being known for intense roles, Desmond Harrington initially considered a career in law enforcement before finding success as an actor?

5 Lesser-known facts

Born in Savannah, Georgia, he moved to The Bronx, New York City, at the age of three.
Before pursuing acting full-time, he worked various jobs including construction and as a landscaper.
He seriously considered a career in law enforcement before committing to acting.
He had a notable recurring role as Jack Bass, Chuck Bass's scheming uncle, on the CW series "Gossip Girl".
He guest-starred in multiple episodes of "Elementary" as Michael, Sherlock Holmes's cunning brother.

Career highlight

While known for early horror roles, Desmond Harrington's most defining career moment came with his long-running role as Detective Joey Quinn on Showtime's 'Dexter'. This role allowed him to showcase a complex character arc, evolving from a suspicious detective to a loyal, albeit flawed, ally.

Legacy

Desmond Harrington's legacy lies in his consistent portrayal of intense, often morally ambiguous characters, solidifying his presence in both film and television as a reliable character actor.

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