Kevin Kline
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.
Known For
Luc Teyssier
French Kiss
Otto
A Fish Called Wanda
Tulio (voice)
The Road to El Dorado
Nick Bottom
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Phoebus (voice)
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Joey Boca
I Love You to Death
Douglas Fairbanks
Chaplin
Ray Sheridan
Trade
Howard Brackett
In & Out
Dave Kovic / Bill Mitchell
Dave
George Monroe
Life as a House
Paden
Silverado
Hampton Roth
Definitely, Maybe
U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon / President Grant
Wild Wild West
Dreyfus
The Pink Panther
Nick Starkey
The January Man
Vince McCain / Rod McCain
Fierce Creatures
Kevin Kline
Oscar Etiquette
Jeffrey Anderson
Soapdish
Harold Cooper
The Big Chill
Guy Noir
A Prairie Home Companion
Cal Gold
The Anniversary Party
Phoebus (voice)
The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
Donald Woods
Cry Freedom
主演
Nature: Yosemite
Mack
Grand Canyon
Alvin Franklin
No Strings Attached
Edwin Stanton
The Conspirator
Kröger
Joueuse
Frixos
Princess Caraboo
Cole Porter
De-Lovely
Richard Parker
Consenting Adults
The Pirate King
The Pirates of Penzance
Nathan Landau
Sophie's Choice
Self (archive footage)
Close Up
William Hundert
The Emperor's Club
Henry Harrison
The Extra Man
Calvin Fischoeder (voice)
The Bob's Burgers Movie
Ben Hood
The Ice Storm
Jaques
As You Like It
Narrator (voice)
Merlin and the Dragons
Self
Theater of War
Joseph
Darling Companion
Sam Harris
Last Vegas
The Pirate King
The Pirates of Penzance
Errol Flynn
The Last of Robin Hood
Henry Squires
Violets are Blue
Narrator (voice)
Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas
The Shakespeare Sessions
Self - Interviewee
Looking for Richard
Cyrano de Bergerac
Cyrano de Bergerac
Pete Brummel
Ricki and the Flash
Mathias Gold
My Old Lady
McCarthy
The Time of Your Life
Robert
Dean
Chef Andre (voice)
The Tale of Despereaux
Maurice
Beauty and the Beast
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'
Self
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Self
The Making of Silverado
Marcus Skinner (uncredited)
Orange County
Frederick Law Olmsted
Olmsted and America's Urban Parks
Narrator (voice)
The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America
Self
The Big Chill: A Reunion
Garry Essendine
Noël Coward's Present Laughter
Narrator (voice)
The Nutcracker
The Diary
Hamlet (segment "Hamlet")
The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays
Self
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
Robert Mueller
The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts
Dr. Larry Fine
The Starling
Frank Getchell
The Good House
Narrator (voice)
The Last Ghost of War
Self
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
Self
Still on the Road
Self
Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West
Self
It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'
Self
Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets
Self
Here Today
Self
Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
Hamlet
William Shakespeare's Hamlet
Self
Alan Pakula: Going for Truth
Self
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
Robert Lowell
Dear Elizabeth
Self (archive footage)
Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
Kevin Kline
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood
Perfumer
Fior Di Latte
The Mechanic
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Self - Narrator(voice)
Bringing Balanchine Back
Self (segment "New Way to Walk")
Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
90
Gender
Male
Birthday
1947-10-24
Place of Birth
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Also Known As
Kevin Delaney Kline