John C. Reilly

John Christopher Reilly (born May 25, 1965 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American actor of Irish and Lithuanian descent.

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May 25 - 1965 - Chicago, Illinois - American - Actor - Irish - Lithuanian

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Reilly made his film debut in Casualties of War (1989) and has consistently appeared in supporting roles since then.

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Casualties of War - 1989

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His profile as a film actor was significantly raised in 2002 when he appeared in three of the year's Academy Award for Best Picture nominees - Chicago, Gangs of New York and The Hours. He received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Renée Zellweger's trusting husband in Chicago.

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2002 - Academy Award for Best Picture - Chicago - Gangs of New York - The Hours - Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor - Renée Zellweger

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Reilly played drums in the comedy rock band, Tenacious D, as "Sasquatch".

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Comedy - Tenacious D

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