Geoffrey Arend
🎬 television director
Still alive
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Age today
years old
Geoffrey Arend stands as a defining figure among American Directors of the Generation X.
American film, television, voice and theater actor
"His most defining role was as speechwriter Matt Mahoney on the acclaimed CBS political drama "Madam Secretary." — About Geoffrey Arend
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Born
Years in career30 years active
February 28th, 1978
Birthplace
Manhattan
Known for
🎬 Director
Nationality
United States
Generation
Generation X
Career
30 years
Region
North America
How Geoffrey Arend compares to other Directors
🎂Geoffrey Arend is 16 years younger than the average Director
| Metric | Geoffrey Arend | Avg Director | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 48 | 64 | -16 yrs |
| Career length | 30 yrs | ~35 yrs | -5 yrs |
| Based on 249 Director profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Geoffrey Arend
Did you know?
Did you know that Geoffrey Arend met his ex-wife, "Mad Men" star Christina Hendricks, through her co-star Vincent Kartheiser?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He graduated from New York City's prestigious Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts.
- He narrated the 2001 documentary "Pornstar: The Legend of Ron Jeremy," providing a unique voice to the controversial subject.
- He provided voices for multiple characters in the beloved animated series "Daria," including Kevin Thompson and Upchuck.
- His feature film debut was in the 1997 independent film "Desert Blue," alongside stars like Casey Affleck and Kate Hudson.
- He co-starred with Zach Braff in the 2004 cult classic "Garden State," playing the memorable character Kyle.
Career highlight
His most defining role was as speechwriter Matt Mahoney on the acclaimed CBS political drama "Madam Secretary." For six seasons, Arend brought wit and depth to the character, making him a fan favorite and a central part of the ensemble.
Legacy
Geoffrey Arend is recognized as a reliable character actor, consistently delivering nuanced performances that often infuse intelligent or quirky supporting roles with distinct personality and charm.