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Harry HamlinAmerican actor
Date of Birth: 30.10.1951
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Harry Hamlin
Early Life and EducationHarry Robinson Hamlin was born in Pasadena, California, USA in 1951, into the family of an aviation engineer, C.D. Hamlin. His family was highly respected, and his grandfather, after whom Harry was named, was a prominent figure involved in the founding of major American museums. Harry received an excellent education, starting at Flintridge Preparatory School and later attending the prestigious boarding school, The Hill School, in Pennsylvania. He then went on to study at the University of California, Berkeley. Even in high school, Harry showed talents and interests in both sports and theater. In college, he pursued drama as his main discipline and also took drama courses at the American Conservatory in 1974-1976. In 1979, Harry Hamlin graduated from Yale University with a bachelor's degree in diplomacy and psychology.
Acting Career
Harry Hamlin began his acting career in 1976, starring in television series. His film debut came in 1978 when he played the role of Joey in Stanley Donen's musical comedy "Movie Movie." Shortly after, in 1981, he landed the leading role in Noel Nosseck's drama "King of the Mountain." In the same year, he also appeared in Desmond Davis' fantasy action film "Clash of the Titans," where he played the mortal son of Zeus, Perseus. This role brought Harry Hamlin his first popularity and recognition, still considered one of his best performances. His portrayal of a gay writer named Bart in Arthur Hiller's drama "Making Love" garnered attention from the public and critics, showcasing his extraordinary talent. The film's portrayal of love, intrigue, and games in a homosexual context confirmed Harry Hamlin as a serious actor. In 1983, he was invited by director Richard Michaels to play the lead role of Sandy in the sports comedy "Blue Skies Again." Following these works, Hamlin appeared in several television series, including "Master of the Game," "L.A. Law," and "The Hitchhiker."
Later Career
In the 1990s and early 2000s, Harry Hamlin continued to work in television, appearing in various series and television movies. In 1993, he played the lead role in Larry Pierce's tele-drama "Poisoned by Love: The Kern County Murders," and in 1994, he starred in Jeff Bleckner's drama "In the Best of Families: Marriage, Pride & Madness." In 1998, Hamlin delivered one of his best performances as Clench in Amos Poe's thriller "Frogs for Snakes." Despite not being the main character in the film, his role received critical acclaim. In 2000, Hamlin played the role of the president in Chuck Bowman's television movie "Quarantine," which tells the story of preventing a deadly virus outbreak with a group of scientists fighting terrorists. In 2001, he portrayed Dan Smith in Michel Gallagher's film "Wild Hearts," which explores strained relationships among close friends when large sums of money come into play. Alongside his film roles, Hamlin has made numerous appearances in popular sitcoms and television shows, such as "Late Night with Conan O'Brien," "Dancing with the Stars," and "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson."
Personal Life
Harry Hamlin has been married three times. His first wife was Laura Johnson, and after their divorce, he married Nicollette Sheridan. His current wife is Lisa Rinna, with whom he has two children. It is also known that Hamlin has a son from Swedish actress Ursula Andress, whom he worked with on the set of "Clash of the Titans."
Throughout his career, Harry Hamlin has built an impressive resume with over fifty film credits. His most recent work includes the television series "Harper's Island," where he played the character Marty Dana.
