Brian Dennehy was an American actor, born on July 9, 1938, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He gained prominence for his versatile performances across film, television, and theater. Dennehy is widely recognized for his role as Colonel Samuel Trautman in the action film "First Blood," which was released in 1982 and marked the beginning of the popular Rambo franchise. He also starred in the 1996 adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo + Juliet," showcasing his ability to tackle diverse roles. In addition to his work in live-action films, Dennehy lent his voice to the character of Django in the animated feature "Ratatouille" in 2007. His career spanned several decades until his death on April 15, 2020, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry through his rich body of work.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
July 9, 1938
Died
April 15, 2020
(at 81 years old)
Place of Birth
Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA
Popularity
2.1
Available Movies
10 released
Brian Dennehy
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Actor
Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA
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Awards & Nominations
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Nominations
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| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2003 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| 1999 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| - | honorary doctor of the Hofstra University |
| - | John Jay Award |
| - | Laurence Olivier Awards |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Brian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy was born on 9 July 1938 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA. Brian Dennehy passed away on 15 April 2020 at the age of 81. We have 10 films with Brian Dennehy available. Among Brian Dennehy's most popular films: Ratatouille, First Blood, Romeo + Juliet, The Next Three Days, Tag.
Best Known Films of Brian Dennehy
Career Statistics - Brian Dennehy
10
Total Credits
37
Years Active
1982 - 2018
7
Avg. Movie Rating
2.1
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
10 films
Top Genres
Thriller (4)
Drama (4)
Comedy (4)
Crime (3)
Mystery (3)
Frequent Co-Stars of Brian Dennehy
Best Movies with Brian Dennehy
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
Brian Dennehy has 10 films released between 1982 and 2018.
