Jeffrey DeMunn, a renowned American actor, was born on April 25, 1947, in the city of Buffalo, New York. His early education took him to England, where he attended the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Upon his return to America, he became a valuable member of the National Shakespeare Company, honing his craft through numerous theatrical productions.
Throughout his illustrious career, DeMunn has made a lasting impression on the stage, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in the production of "K2". His extensive repertoire of stage works includes "Spoils of War" and "Comedians", among many others.
DeMunn's affinity for director Frank Darabont has led to a recurring collaboration, with the actor appearing in all four of Darabont's films: "The Shawshank Redemption" (1994),"The Green Mile" (1999),"The Majestic" (2001),and "The Mist" (2007).
In addition to his work in film, DeMunn has made notable appearances in various television shows, such as "Hill Street Blues" (1981),"Kojak: The Price of Justice" (1987),"Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (1999),and "The Walking Dead" (2010-2012),which was developed by Frank Darabont and based on the eponymous comic book series created by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore.
DeMunn's film credits include "The Blob" (1988),"The X-Files: Fight the Future" (1998),"Hollywoodland" (2006),and "Burn After Reading" (2008).
