Kevin Kline

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

103

Gender

Male

Birthday

1947-10-24 (77 years old)

Place of Birth

St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Kevin Kline

Biography

Kevin Delaney Kline (born October 24, 1947) is an American actor and singer. He is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation and has enjoyed a successful career in both film and theater. He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002). In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances. He has appeared in numerous Broadway productions and earned a Tony Award for his role in the musical "On the Twentieth Century" (1978). His theater credits include performances in works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, and other renowned playwrights. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of characters, from comedic roles to dramatic and even musical ones. He is known for his charisma, wit, and skillful acting, which have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Known For

  • The Daily Show

    The Daily Show

  • A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

    A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

  • The Graham Norton Show

    The Graham Norton Show

  • The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

    The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

  • Great Performances

    Great Performances

  • Saturday Night Live

    Saturday Night Live

  • Bob's Burgers

    Bob's Burgers

  • Bob's Burgers

    Bob's Burgers

  • Wetten, dass..?

    Wetten, dass..?

  • The View

    The View

  • Nature

    Nature

  • Late Night with Conan O'Brien

    Late Night with Conan O'Brien

  • The Ellen DeGeneres Show

    The Ellen DeGeneres Show

  • Disclaimer

    Disclaimer

  • The Hunchback of Notre Dame

    The Hunchback of Notre Dame

  • Beauty and the Beast

    Beauty and the Beast

  • The Pink Panther

    The Pink Panther

  • The Road to El Dorado

    The Road to El Dorado

  • A Fish Called Wanda

    A Fish Called Wanda

  • No Strings Attached

    No Strings Attached

  • Wild Wild West

    Wild Wild West

  • The Tale of Despereaux

    The Tale of Despereaux

  • In & Out

    In & Out

  • The Ice Storm

    The Ice Storm

  • Silverado

    Silverado

  • Last Vegas

    Last Vegas

  • The Hunchback of Notre Dame II

    The Hunchback of Notre Dame II

  • Fierce Creatures

    Fierce Creatures

  • Life as a House

    Life as a House

  • Jiminy Glick in Lalawood

    Jiminy Glick in Lalawood

  • A Midsummer Night's Dream

    A Midsummer Night's Dream

  • Definitely, Maybe

    Definitely, Maybe

  • Orange County

    Orange County

  • Cry Freedom

    Cry Freedom

  • Dave

    Dave

  • It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'

    It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'

  • Chaplin

    Chaplin

  • The Emperor's Club

    The Emperor's Club

  • Sophie's Choice

    Sophie's Choice

  • The Bob's Burgers Movie

    The Bob's Burgers Movie

  • The Conspirator

    The Conspirator

  • William Shakespeare's Hamlet

    William Shakespeare's Hamlet

  • The Grand Knockout Tournament

    The Grand Knockout Tournament

  • Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice

    Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice

  • Theater of War

    Theater of War

  • The January Man

    The January Man

  • The Big Chill

    The Big Chill

  • French Kiss

    French Kiss

  • De-Lovely

    De-Lovely

  • The Pirates of Penzance

    The Pirates of Penzance

  • Grand Canyon

    Grand Canyon

  • Trade

    Trade

  • Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!

    Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!

  • Here Today

    Here Today

  • Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West

    Wild Wild West: Wardrobes of the West

  • The Big Chill: A Reunion

    The Big Chill: A Reunion

  • Ricki and the Flash

    Ricki and the Flash

  • Consenting Adults

    Consenting Adults

  • I Love You to Death

    I Love You to Death

  • Still on the Road

    Still on the Road

  • Soapdish

    Soapdish

  • Darling Companion

    Darling Companion

  • The Nutcracker

    The Nutcracker

  • Close Up

    Close Up

  • As You Like It

    As You Like It

  • The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays

    The Best of The Tony Awards: The Plays

  • Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy

    Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy

  • The Extra Man

    The Extra Man

  • The Starling

    The Starling

  • Fior Di Latte

    Fior Di Latte

  • Violets are Blue

    Violets are Blue

  • The Good House

    The Good House

  • My Old Lady

    My Old Lady

  • Looking for Richard

    Looking for Richard

  • Princess Caraboo

    Princess Caraboo

  • Cyrano de Bergerac

    Cyrano de Bergerac

  • American Classic

    American Classic

  • A Prairie Home Companion

    A Prairie Home Companion

  • Queen to Play

    Queen to Play

  • The Last of Robin Hood

    The Last of Robin Hood

  • Noël Coward's Present Laughter

    Noël Coward's Present Laughter

  • Merlin and the Dragons

    Merlin and the Dragons

  • The Anniversary Party

    The Anniversary Party

  • Inside the Actors Studio

    Inside the Actors Studio

  • The Diary

    The Diary

  • Dear Elizabeth

    Dear Elizabeth

  • The Making of Silverado

    The Making of Silverado

  • Dean

    Dean

  • Oscar Etiquette

    Oscar Etiquette

  • Alan Pakula: Going for Truth

    Alan Pakula: Going for Truth

  • The Pirates of Penzance

    The Pirates of Penzance

  • Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage

    Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage

  • The Shakespeare Sessions

    The Shakespeare Sessions

  • Olmsted and America's Urban Parks

    Olmsted and America's Urban Parks

  • Nature: Yosemite

    Nature: Yosemite

  • The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts

    The Investigation: A Search for the Truth in Ten Acts

  • Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets

    Wild Wild West: Good Guys Gadgets

  • John Cleese's First Farewell Performance

    John Cleese's First Farewell Performance

  • Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas

    Mary Engelbreit's The Night Before Christmas

  • He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'

    He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin'

  • The Time of Your Life

    The Time of Your Life

  • The Last Ghost of War

    The Last Ghost of War

  • The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America

    The Gateway Arch: A Reflection of America