Denis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Denis Patrick Seamus O'Hare
Denis O'Hare (commonly known)
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on December 17, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, USA
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American actor, singer, writer, and director
Known for his versatility in film, television, and theater
Early Life and Background
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Denis O'Hare grew up in a family of Irish descent. His early life was marked by a strong interest in the arts, which he nurtured through his involvement with various school plays and musicals. After completing high school, O'Hare went on to study at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a degree in theater.
Major Accomplishments
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O'Hare's career has been characterized by numerous notable achievements:
He began his professional career in the early 1990s with small roles in various productions.
O'Hare gained recognition for his portrayal of Carl Hudson on the television series _The Good Wife_ (2009-2015).
His performance as King Henry II in the Broadway production of _Henry IV, Part 1 and Part 2_ earned him a Tony Award nomination.
O'Hare was also cast in the role of King Odin in the film _Thor: The Dark World_ (2013).
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of O'Hare's most notable works include:
The Good Wife: His portrayal of Carl Hudson, a recurring character throughout several seasons.
American Horror Story: O'Hare played the roles of Spalding in _Murder House_ (2011) and Arthur Mitchell in _Asylum_ (2012).
Thor: The Dark World: He brought to life the character of King Odin, father of Thor.
The Normal Heart: O'Hare's performance as a gay activist during the early years of the AIDS epidemic was widely praised.
Impact and Legacy
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Denis O'Hare's contributions to the entertainment industry have had a lasting impact:
Through his performances, he has brought attention to various social issues, including LGBTQ+ rights.
His versatility in playing diverse characters has expanded the scope of acting possibilities for actors with disabilities or non-traditional backgrounds.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Denis O'Hare's impact on popular culture is evident through his memorable performances:
His ability to bring depth and nuance to a wide range of characters has earned him recognition within the acting community.
As an advocate for social justice, O'Hare continues to inspire audiences with his commitment to using his platform for positive change.
Quotes by Denis O'Hare
If you see me in New York, you'll probably see me on my bicycle riding furiously between a city bus and a taxi cab, hitting one of them on the side and yelling at them.
I was a fan of 'Six Feet Under' and was very sad when it ended, so I was not ready to switch my allegiance to another show. So I was like, 'I'm not watching this 'True Blood.' Then a friend got a bootleg copy of the first four episodes, and by the third one, I was irrevocably hooked.
I think it was 1987 – something like that – or ’86, and I thought, ‘When you go equity and you’re gonna get paid, you’ll finally be able to make a living.’ But it was not to be so. I always bartended and waited tables so I ended up not doing theater for about a year because nobody would hire me.
For all the import and message of ‘The Iliad,’ it’s ultimately a story that’s meant to be heard, and the person hearing ‘The Iliad’ determines what it means.
I read five books on the Constitution. My favorite was ‘Plain, Honest Men’ by Richard Beeman. I went on a science jag in the same way. I kept getting in arguments about evolution and being bested. So I read Charles Darwin’s ‘On the Origin of the Species,’ a fantastic book that is not that difficult.
We see images of people being beheaded on TV. That’s not a thing that you see all the time. That’s a different kind of scary. Unfortunately, some of the scary stuff is political, and that’s a change from our past.
I hate singing. I hate dancing. I enjoyed doing ‘Cabaret’ and ‘Assassins,’ but I would wither up and die in ‘The Music Man.’
I think all the characters in ‘American Horror Story,’ which is why I love it, are looking for some sense of meaning, and also it’s their form of happiness.