Kevin Kline

Kevin Kline

Born 1947-10-24 (age 78) St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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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.

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Known For

No Strings Attached
No Strings Attached

2011

as Alvin Franklin

Beauty and the Beast
Beauty and the Beast

2017

as Maurice

The Hunchback of Notre Dame
The Hunchback of Notre Dame

1996

as Phoebus (voice)

The Road to El Dorado
The Road to El Dorado

2000

as Tulio (voice)

Wild Wild West
Wild Wild West

1999

as U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon / President Grant

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

2025

as The Mechanic

Silverado
Silverado

1985

as Paden

The Pink Panther
The Pink Panther

2006

as Dreyfus

Last Vegas
Last Vegas

2013

as Sam Harris

Definitely, Maybe
Definitely, Maybe

2008

as Hampton Roth

French Kiss
French Kiss

1995

as Luc Teyssier

A Fish Called Wanda
A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Midsummer Night's Dream

1999

as Nick Bottom

The Ice Storm
The Ice Storm

1997

as Ben Hood

In & Out
In & Out

1997

as Howard Brackett

Chaplin
Chaplin

1992

as Douglas Fairbanks

Soapdish
Soapdish

1991

as Jeffrey Anderson

The Conspirator
The Conspirator

2011

as Edwin Stanton

Consenting Adults
Consenting Adults

1992

as Richard Parker

The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II

2002

as Phoebus (voice)