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Terry Kinney

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Born:
January 29, 1954 in Lincoln, IL
Biography:Some actors have such defining traits that they seem to have "leading man" written all over them, while others, like Terry Kinney, succeed with an uncanny ability to drastically alter their appearance at the drop of a hat. Though his chameleon-like skills have helped the actor land numerous roles on the stage and screen, it's his talent that ultimately formed the backbone of his enduring career. After graduating from high school, the Lincoln, IL, native attended Illinois State University. It was there that he befriended aspiring actor Jeff Perry, who invited Kinney to Chicago to watch his best friend perform in a stage production of Grease. Perry's friend was an ambitious young actor named Gary Sinise, and the three soon began planning to open their own regional theater.

Though it was founded in 1974, the Steppenwolf Theater wouldn't quite get off the ground until two years later -- when Kinney and... Full Biography

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Director Terry Kinney and Morgan Spurlock attends the New York Times Brunch during the 2008 Sundance...
Actress Virginia Madsen, actor Alan Alda, director Terry Kinney, actor Matthew Broderick and actor...
Actress Virginia Madsen, actor Alan Alda, director Terry Kinney, actor Matthew Broderick and actor...
Actress Virginia Madsen, actor Alan Alda, director Terry Kinney, actor Matthew Broderick and actor...
Director Terry Kinney attends the premiere of "Diminished Capacity" at the Eccles Theatre...
Director Terry Kinney attends the premiere of "Diminished Capacity" at the Eccles Theatre...
Director Terry Kinney attends the premiere of "Diminished Capacity" at the Eccles Theatre...
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