John Newberg

John Newberg

Personal Details

Biography

A devoted enthusiast of hearty meat-and-threes, majestic large dogs, the poetic works of Robert Frost, the nostalgic charm of THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, and the simplicity of three-chord country music.

John's educational pursuits have included studying with esteemed instructors Ruth Sweet, David LeGrant, Michael Keenan, Margie Haber, Shari Shaw, Greg Apps, and Tom Todoroff.

Although initially hesitant to embrace social media, John has since become proficient in self-taping, showcasing his versatility and adaptability.

John's trusty mode of transportation is an old 5-speed, V-6, Ford F-150 with an impressive mileage of over half a million miles, a testament to his practical and no-nonsense approach to life.

Notwithstanding his occasional struggles with remembering names, John has an uncanny ability to recall the names of canine companions, a trait that has endeared him to many a furry friend.

Throughout his illustrious career, John has had the privilege of appearing in over 50 film and television projects, including DARK WATERS alongside Mark Ruffalo, THE FIRST LADY opposite Michelle Pfeiffer, JL RANCH featuring Jon Voight, DOLLY PARTON'S MOUNTAIN MAGIC CHRISTMAS, LEVERAGE: REDEMPTION with Noah Wyle, THE IDENTICAL starring Ray Liotta and Ashley Judd, and THE BLIND SIDE, where he delivered the iconic line, "I don't know - excessive blocking!"

Career

2021
Triumph
Triumph as Principal Tyler
2020
Becoming
Becoming as Greg Corrigan
InstaFame
InstaFame as Principal Decker
2019
Dark Waters
Dark Waters as Dr. Gillespie
I See You
I See You as Mr. Braun
2018
Shock and Awe
Shock and Awe as Mr. Strobel
2017
Hush Little Baby
Hush Little Baby as Bruce Cahill
Created Equal
Created Equal as Kent Dunbar
Christine
Christine as Marvin
2014
Addicted
Addicted as Balthazar Crayne
Summer Snow
Summer Snow as Pastor Kevin
2012
Hell and Mr. Fudge
Hell and Mr. Fudge as Dean Howard
2009
The Blind Side
The Blind Side as Official
2005
Dreamer
Dreamer as Beefeater