Date of Birth: November 15, 1945
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Date of Death: *Bob Gunton is alive as of the latest available data.*
Biography
Bob Gunton is an acclaimed American actor, renowned for his powerful performances in film, television, and theatre. Born Robert Patrick Gunton Jr., he has built a distinguished career spanning several decades, marked by his versatility and commanding screen presence. Gunton is perhaps best known for his role as the strict and corrupt Warden Samuel Norton in the 1994 film “The Shawshank Redemption.” His other notable film credits include “Glory,” “Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls,” and “Patch Adams.” In addition to his film work, Gunton has made significant contributions to television, with memorable roles in series such as “24,” where he played the role of Secretary of Defense Ethan Kanin, and “Desperate Housewives,” where he portrayed Noah Taylor. Gunton’s stage career is equally impressive, having won a Tony Award for his role in the Broadway production of “Evita” and earning another nomination for “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.”
5 Interesting Facts about Bob Gunton
1. Bob Gunton served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Bronze Star for his service.
2. He is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine.
3. Gunton’s portrayal of Juan Perón in the original Broadway production of “Evita” earned him a Tony Award nomination.
4. He reprised his role as Warden Norton in “The Shawshank Redemption” for a 2019 Super Bowl commercial.
5. Gunton has guest-starred in numerous popular TV shows, including “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Law & Order,” and “Nip/Tuck.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Gunton
1. “I try to find what’s best in the worst of people and what’s worst in the best of people.”
2. “I think the most important thing for an actor is to be flexible and versatile.”
3. “Theatre is a wonderful training ground for film and television.”
4. “Playing villains can be more fun than playing heroes because they are so complex.”
5. “I’ve always been very fortunate to have a long career, but it’s the diversity of roles that keeps me passionate.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Bob Gunton is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Bob Gunton has one daughter, Olivia Gunton, with his first wife, Annie McGreevey.
Relevant Links
1. [Bob Gunton IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0348409/
2. [Bob Gunton Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Gunton
3. [Bob Gunton on Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Bob-Gunton/
4. [Bob Gunton’s Biography on AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/artist/bob-gunton-p29352
5. [Bob Gunton on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/bob_gunton
