Beau Bridges

Born on December 9th, 1941, Beau Bridges has had a lengthy and illustrious career in Hollywood as an actor and director. The son of legendary actor Lloyd Bridges and elder brother to Jeff Bridges, Beau's journey into the entertainment world began early with uncredited roles in films such as 'Force of Evil' (1948) and 'No Minor Vices' (1948). In 1949, he appeared in 'The Red Pony', further solidifying his passion for acting.

During the 1960s, Beau shared the screen with his father on their family TV show, 'The Lloyd Bridges Show'. The following decades saw him star in popular TV series like 'National Velvet' (1962), 'The Fugitive' (1963), 'Bonanza' (1967), and 'The Loner' (1966). His filmography during this time included memorable roles in 'The Landlord' (1970), 'The Other Side of the Mountain' (1975), 'Greased Lightning' (1977), 'Norma Rae' (1979), 'Heart Like a Wheel' (1983), and 'The Hotel New Hampshire' (1984).

Beau Bridges gained significant recognition in 1989 when he starred as one of the Baker brothers in 'The Fabulous Baker Boys'. Over the years, Beau has continued to captivate audiences with his performances in various roles on both TV and film. Some notable appearances include his role as Senator Tom Gage in 'The Agency' (2002-2003), Major General Hank Landry in 'Stargate SG-1' (2005), Carl Hickey in 'My Name is Earl' (2005-2009), and Eli Scruggs on 'Desperate Housewives' (2009).

In recent years, Beau has continued to grace our screens with his presence in shows such as 'Brothers & Sisters', 'Franklin & Bash', 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying' (Broadway musical revival 2012), and 'The Millers' (2013-present). His versatile acting abilities have not gone unnoticed, earning him several awards and nominations throughout his career, including Emmy Awards for his work on 'My Name is Earl' in 2007 and 'Desperate Housewives' in 2009.

With a career spanning over six decades, Beau Bridges has cemented himself as an iconic figure within the entertainment industry. His passion for acting and dedication to his craft have left a lasting impact on audiences worldwide and continue to inspire generations of actors to come.