John C. McGinley
John C. McGinley
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Full Name and Common Aliases
John Christopher McGinley was born on August 3, 1959, in New York City, New York. He is also known as John C. McGinley.
Birth and Death Dates
August 3, 1959 (birth date) - Still active and alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
American actor, director, and producer
Early Life and Background
Growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan, McGinley was raised by his parents, Rose and William J. McGinley. He has two siblings, a sister named Susan, and a brother named Michael. McGinley's early interests lay in acting, and he began performing at a young age.
McGinley attended Catholic Central High School and later enrolled at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in theater. After college, he moved to New York City to pursue an acting career. He landed his first role on stage in 1986, appearing in a production of "The Real Thing."
Major Accomplishments
Throughout his career, McGinley has demonstrated versatility and dedication to his craft.
Noted Film Roles: McGinley's breakthrough film performance came with the 1991 comedy-drama "Article 99," where he played Dr. Richard Sturgis.
Television Breakthrough: His portrayal of Dr. Perry Cox on the critically acclaimed medical drama "Scrubs" (2001-2010) earned him numerous awards and nominations, including two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to his work on "Scrubs," McGinley has appeared in various other films and television shows. Some notable projects include:
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987)
MacGyver (1990-1991)
The West Wing (2003-2006)
Supernatural (2012)
Impact and Legacy
John C. McGinley's impact on the entertainment industry is undeniable.
Influence on Young Actors: His portrayal of Dr. Cox has inspired a new generation of actors, who admire his commitment to character development.
Support for Social Causes: McGinley is an advocate for various social causes, including environmental conservation and arts education.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
John C. McGinley's quotes and memorable performances continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Authenticity in Roles: His ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters has earned him recognition within the industry.
Influence on Pop Culture: McGinley's iconic role as Dr. Cox has become a cultural phenomenon, with fans quoting his memorable lines and mannerisms.
Quotes by John C. McGinley
The learning curve on soaps is through the roof because it’s a three-camera setup. There’s a master and then there’s two singles. And the great thing about soaps, and soap actors will tell you, is that when you get your line wrong, they don’t re-shoot it. They just cut to the person listening.
I like to be in waiting rooms with people as they’re auditioning, because their terror calms me.
You go see ‘Timothy Green,’ and tell me if it doesn’t rock your world. I loved it. I loved every frame of it.
With Shakespeare, if you’re not going to do the iambic pentameter, do some other play.
The idea for actors is to make a living telling stories, so if you can do that, then you’re way ahead of the game.
I got my Equity card from an audition out of Backstage. We did ‘Guys and Dolls’ and ‘Kismet.’
TV tends to look for the living equivalents of squeaky-clean Kens and Barbies, but with my dial I’m more like Ken’s dirty old uncle.