John Posey

John Posey

69 · Born: Feb 7, 1956

Personal Details

BornFeb 7, 1956 Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Spouse
  • Amy Lord

    ( Nov 14, 2020 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Cyndi Garcia-Posey

    ( Oct 1, 1991 to Dec 12, 2014 )

Biography

John Posey, a University of Florida alumnus, has had a remarkable career in television, film, and stage since 1986 in Los Angeles.

For nearly two decades, he has traveled extensively across the country, captivating audiences with his critically acclaimed one-man show, Father, Son & Holy Coach. This powerful production tells the story of a father seeking a second chance in life and attempting to relive his experiences through his son. Posey's impressive acting skills allow him to seamlessly portray over two dozen different characters during the performance, making it a truly unique theatrical experience.

In addition to his work in live performances, Posey has also had a successful career in voice-over work, having shot or voiced over 200 television commercials. His versatility as a screenwriter has led to collaborations with renowned studios such as SONY, Disney, and HBO. His film, Legendary, starring Patricia Clarkson and Danny Glover, was released in the fall of 2010.

Posey is also developing a biopic about the iconic 1940s-'50s cultural figure, Gorgeous George, which is currently set up at WWE Studios. Furthermore, he teaches scene study in Los Angeles, writes speeches, and has created original syndicated programming for radio.

Born John Sanford Posey in Hartford, Connecticut, to Joan (Armstrong) and William McCutcheon Posey, Jr., he is the proud father of actors Tyler Posey and Jesse Posey. Posey was previously married to Cyndi, who passed away in 2014, and later married Amy Lord in 2020.

Career

2024
Coup!
Coup! as Sheriff
2023
Bad Mother
Bad Mother as Father
2022
Emily the Criminal
Emily the Criminal as Detective (uncredited)
2020
Alone
Alone as Aidan's Dad
Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: Endgame as Alexander Pierce Reader
2018
Black Water
Black Water as Captain Darrows
2017
Beyond the Trek
Beyond the Trek as Atromitos Captain
Altitude
Altitude as Pilot
2015
W.M.D.
W.M.D. as The President
How to Get Away with Murder
How to Get Away with Murder as William Millstone
2011
From the Head
From the Head as Mr. Roberts
2010
Legendary
Legendary as Coach Tennent
Healing Hands
Healing Hands as Henry Ferguson
1995
The Price of Love
The Price of Love as Sergeant Albro
1993
RoboCop 3
RoboCop 3 as Nikko's Dad
1987
In Love and War
In Love and War as Pasquarelli
1986
Manhunter
Manhunter as Mr. Jacobi
2010
Legendary
Legendary as Writer