Biography
Kevin Delaney Kline (born October 24, 1947) is an American actor and singer. He is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation and has enjoyed a successful career in both film and theater.
He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002).
In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances. He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions and earned a Tony Award for his role in the musical "On the Twentieth Century" (1978). His theater credits include performances in works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, and other renowned playwrights.
Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of characters, from comedic roles to dramatic and even musical ones. He is known for his charisma, wit, and skillful acting, which have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
all 101
Movies 88
self 29
TV Shows 13
Voice 5
Narrator 4
Director 1
The Good House (2022)
The Bob's Burgers Movie (2022)
The Starling (2021)
Dear Elizabeth (2021)
Here Today (2021)
Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy (2020)
Alan Pakula: Going for Truth (2019)
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage (2019)
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice (2019)
The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts (2019)
Noël Coward's Present Laughter (2017)
Nature: Yosemite (2017)
Beauty and the Beast (2017)
Dean (2016)
Aktorka (2015)
Ricki and the Flash (2015)
My Old Lady (2014)
James McNeill Whistler and the Case for Beauty (2014)
Last Vegas (2013)
The Last of Robin Hood (2013)
Close Up (2012)
Darling Companion (2012)
Oscar Etiquette (2012)
Olmsted and America's Urban Parks (2011)
The Conspirator (2011)
No Strings Attached (2011)
Bob's Burgers (2011)
The Extra Man (2010)
Still on the Road (2010)
Queen to Play (2009)
Cyrano de Bergerac (2008)
The Tale of Despereaux (2008)
The Last Ghost of War (2008)
Theater of War (2008)
Definitely, Maybe (2008)
Trade (2007)
As You Like It (2006)
The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America (2006)
A Prairie Home Companion (2006)
The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays (2006)
The Pink Panther (2006)
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood (2005)
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005)
De-Lovely (2004)
Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas (2004)
Freedom: A History of Us (2003)
The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003)
The Shakespeare Sessions (2003)
The Emperor's Club (2002)
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II (2002)
Orange County (2002)
Life as a House (2001)
The Anniversary Party (2001)
The Road to El Dorado (2000)
The Will Smith - Music Video Collection (1999)
Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West (1999)
Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets (1999)
Wild Wild West (1999)
It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West' (1999)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (1999)
The Big Chill: A Reunion (1999)
In & Out (1997)
The View (1997)
The Ice Storm (1997)
Fierce Creatures (1997)
Looking for Richard (1996)
The Daily Show (1996)
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
French Kiss (1995)
Princess Caraboo (1994)
Inside the Actors Studio (1994)
Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! (1994)
The Nutcracker (1993)
Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993)
Dave (1993)
Chaplin (1992)
Consenting Adults (1992)
Grand Canyon (1991)
Merlin and the Dragons (1991)
Soapdish (1991)
William Shakespeare's Hamlet (1990)
I Love You to Death (1990)
The January Man (1989)
A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance (1988)
Cry Freedom (1987)
The Grand Knockout Tournament (1987)
Violets are Blue (1986)
Silverado (1985)
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin' (1983)
The Big Chill (1983)
The Pirates of Penzance (1983)
Sophie's Choice (1982)
Nature (1982)
Wetten, dass..? (1981)
The Pirates of Penzance (1980)
The Time of Your Life (1976)
Saturday Night Live (1975)
Great Performances (1971)
The Diary
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1947-10-24 (76 years old)
Birth NameKevin Delaney Kline
Birth PlaceSt. Louis, United States of America
ReligionCatholicism
SpousePhoebe Cates-Kline
ChildrenFrankie Cosmos, Owen Kline
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
ResidencesNew York City · St. Louis, United States of America
Also Known AsKevin Delaney Kline
AwardsTony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical, Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play, Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie, Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical, Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screen Couple/Ensemble, star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
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