John Lithgow
Date of Birth:
Gender: Male
Place of Birth: Rochester, New York, USA
Biography:
John Arthur Lithgow, born in Rochester, New York, is an esteemed American actor who has dazzled audiences with his versatile talent across stage and screen. After studying at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, he embarked on a career that would see him earn numerous accolades and critical acclaim.
Lithgow's exceptional work on Broadway includes winning two coveted Tony Awards. His first came in 1972 for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his debut performance in "The Changing Room." He later triumphed again in 2002 with the award for Best Actor in a Musical, this time for his role in the musical "Sweet Smell of Success." Over the years, he has been nominated for four more Tony Awards, showcasing his range and skill as an actor.
In addition to Broadway, Lithgow's stage work extends to the West End, where he portrayed renowned children's author Roald Dahl in the play "Giant." This performance earned him a nomination for the esteemed Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor.
Lithgow's television appearances include his iconic role as Dick Solomon in the popular sitcom "3rd Rock from the Sun" (1996–2001), which won him three Primetime Emmy Awards for Best Actor in a Comedy Series. He continued to captivate audiences with his performances, earning more Primetime Emmy Awards for his roles as Arthur Mitchell in the drama series "Dexter" (2009) and Winston Churchill in the Netflix drama "The Crown" (2016–2019).
Lithgow's film career has been nothing short of impressive, with standout performances in movies such as "All That Jazz" (1979), "Blow Out" (1981), and "Footloose" (1984). He received two Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor, first for his role as a transsexual ex-football player in "The World According to Garp" (1982) and then as a lonely banker in "Terms of Endearment" (1983). His filmography spans decades and includes roles in "Harry and the Hendersons" (1987), "A Civil Action" (1998), "Shrek" (2001), "Kinsey" (2004), "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" (2011), "Love Is Strange" (2014), "Interstellar" (2014), "Late Night" (2019), "Bombshell" (2019), and "Killers of the Flower Moon" (2023). Additionally, he starred in the upcoming film "Conclave" (2024).
Throughout his illustrious career, Lithgow has also received two Golden Globe Awards, as well as nominations for a British Academy Film Award, four Grammy Awards, four Screen Actors Guild Awards, and more. This multifaceted talent continues to enthrall audiences with his captivating performances on both stage and screen.
Social Media:
