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Kevin Kline
6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
$35 million, 2026 est.
American
October 24, 1947
St. Louis, Missouri, US
79 Years Old
Scorpio
Who Is Kevin Kline?
Kevin Kline is an American actor celebrated for combining classical poise with sharp physical comedy. His flexible technique allows him to move effortlessly between prestigious Shakespearean theater productions and iconic, fast-paced Hollywood feature films.
He rose to stardom in Sophie’s Choice alongside Meryl Streep in an acclaimed dramatic debut. His wildly unhinged turn in A Fish Called Wanda earned an Oscar and immortalized his hilarious energy.
Early Life and Education
Musical rhythm filled his childhood home in St. Louis through his father’s record store. His mother encouraged his theatrical flair while he learned classical piano, building an early artistic foundation that shaped his performance style.
He later attended Indiana University before earning a coveted spot at Juilliard. Acting with the campus Vest Pocket Players inspired him to abandon music studies for acting, leading directly to his touring years with The Acting Company.
Notable Relationships
A enduring Hollywood marriage defines his personal life alongside actress Phoebe Cates. The couple met during an audition in 1983 and married in March 1989, building a remarkably stable partnership away from the tabloid spotlight.
He shares two adult children, Owen and Greta, with whom he resides in New York. Both children have pursued creative paths in film and music while the family maintains a quiet, supportive private life together.
Career Highlights
Stage classical roles established his reputation before his breakout performance in Sophie’s Choice. He later starred in comedic hits like A Fish Called Wanda and Dave, earning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his hilarious turn as Otto West.
Broadway revivals consistently showcased his formidable theatrical versatility over several decades. He earned three Tony Awards for On the Twentieth Century, The Pirates of Penzance, and Present Laughter, spanning forty years of celebrated stage performances.
Screen acting brought additional accolades across television and feature films. He collected five Golden Globe nominations and an Emmy nomination for voicing Mr. Fischoeder in Bob’s Burgers, cementing Kline as an enduring American icon.
Signature Quote
“I think every American actor wants to be a movie star. But I never wanted to do stupid movies, I wanted to do films.”
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