Bruce Davison

Date of Birth: June 28, 1946

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Date of Death: (Leave blank as Bruce Davison is alive)

Biography

Bruce Davison is an acclaimed American actor and director best known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater. Born on June 28, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Davison grew up with a passion for the arts, which led him to pursue a career in acting. He graduated from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and soon made his mark in Hollywood with his debut film, “Last Summer” (1969). Davison’s breakthrough role came with the 1971 cult classic “Willard,” where he played a young man who befriends a group of rats. His career soared in the 1980s and 1990s with standout performances in films like “Longtime Companion” (1989), for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, and “X-Men” (2000), where he portrayed the antagonist Senator Robert Kelly. Davison has also appeared in numerous television series, including “Seinfeld,” “Touched by an Angel,” and “The L Word.” In addition to his acting career, he has directed several stage productions and television episodes.

5 Interesting Facts about Bruce Davison

1. Bruce Davison won a Golden Globe Award for his role in “Longtime Companion.”

2. He is an advocate for various social causes, including HIV/AIDS awareness and environmental issues.

3. Davison has appeared in multiple Stephen King adaptations, including “Kingdom Hospital” and “The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer.”

4. He auditioned for the role of Hans Solo in “Star Wars,” a part that eventually went to Harrison Ford.

5. Davison’s stage work includes performances in the Broadway production of “The Elephant Man.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bruce Davison

1. “Acting is not about being someone different. It’s finding the similarity in what is apparently different, then finding myself in there.”

2. “I’ve always been drawn to characters that are complex and multifaceted.”

3. “The challenge in any role is to make the audience believe that the character exists.”

4. “Working with such talented directors and actors has been the highlight of my career.”

5. “I believe in using my platform to bring attention to issues that matter.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Bruce Davison’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $3 million.

Children

Bruce Davison has two children. He has a son named Ethan Davison, born in 1996, from his marriage to actress Lisa Pelikan. He also has a daughter named Sophia Lucinda Davison, born in 2006, with his current wife, Michele Correy.