Ed Harris
Born in Englewood, New Jersey, USA, Ed Harris became one of North America's most celebrated Actors during the Baby Boomer era.
Edward Allen Harris (born November 28, 1950) is an American actor and filmmaker. His performances in Apollo 13 (1995), The Truman Show (1998), Pollock (2000), and The Hours (2002) earned him critical acclaim and Academy Award nominations.
"Ed Harris's most defining career moment arrived with his directorial debut, Pollock (2000), a passion project he spent nearly a decade developing." — About Ed Harris
| Metric | Ed Harris | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 75 | 53 | +22 yrs |
| Career length | 57 yrs | ~35 yrs | +22 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Ed Harris
Did you know that Ed Harris has portrayed a remarkable range of real-life figures, including John Glenn, Jackson Pollock, and Ludwig van Beethoven?
- Ed Harris initially attended Columbia University on a football scholarship before discovering his passion for acting.
- He spent nearly a decade trying to get his passion project, the biopic Pollock, made, eventually directing and starring in it.
- Harris met his wife, actress Amy Madigan, while they were both performing in a theatrical production of Sam Shepard's Cowboy Mouth.
- He is a dedicated stage actor and has received multiple Tony Award nominations for his compelling work on Broadway.
- For his role as John Glenn in The Right Stuff, he trained extensively with former astronauts and pilots.
Ed Harris's most defining career moment arrived with his directorial debut, Pollock (2000), a passion project he spent nearly a decade developing. He not only delivered a critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated performance as the titular artist Jackson Pollock but also helmed the film, showcasing his profound commitment to storytelling and artistic vision.
Ed Harris leaves a legacy as one of Hollywood's most consistently powerful and versatile actors, renowned for his intense performances and ability to imbue complex characters with profound gravitas and humanity. His dedication to both stage and screen work has solidified his status as a respected and enduring performer.
