Jeffrey DeMunn is an American actor known for his extensive work across film, television, and theatre, often collaborating with director Frank Darabont.
Jeffrey DeMunn is known for his collaborations with director Frank Darabont, who has cast him in films such as The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, The Majestic and The Mist.
In 1995, he won a CableACE Award as Best Supporting Actor in a Movie or Miniseries for his portrayal of serial killer Andrei Chikatilo in the HBO film Citizen X.
DeMunn stars on the Showtime series Billions as Chuck Rhoades Sr., the wealthy father of Paul Giamatti's Chuck Rhoades Jr.
After being a featured player on Billions for two seasons, he becomes a full-fledged member of the team for the show's third season.
The veterinarian in the movie, DuMunn, is also one of the actors in 'Billions,' Wes Jones said, 'I got to know Jeff writing for him and being on.'
Jeffrey P. DeMunn was born on April 25, 1947, in Buffalo, New York. He pursued his education in England at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School before returning to the United States. In 1972, he joined the National Shakespeare Company, performing in significant productions such as “King Lear” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” His early career included numerous off-Broadway productions, which laid the foundation for his diverse acting portfolio. He notably received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in 1983 for his role in “K2.”
DeMunn is recognized for his frequent collaborations with director Frank Darabont, appearing in several of his films, including “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994), “The Green Mile” (1999), “The Majestic” (2001), and “The Mist” (2007). His work in television spans decades, with notable roles in “Hill Street Blues” (1985), “Kojak: The Price of Justice” (1987), and a recurring role as Norman Rothenberg in “Law & Order” (1993–2008). In 1995, he earned a CableACE Award and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his portrayal of Andrei Chikatilo in the HBO film “Citizen X.”
His career continued with significant television roles, including Dale Horvath in “The Walking Dead” (2010-2012), a series also developed by Frank Darabont. He later joined the cast of “Mob City” (2013) and has been a prominent figure in the Showtime series “Billions” as Chuck Rhoades Sr. (2016–2023), further showcasing his versatility and enduring presence in the entertainment industry.
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