Gary Cole

Date of Birth: September 20, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Gary Michael Cole is an American actor known for his versatile roles in television, film, and voice acting. Born in Park Ridge, Illinois, Cole’s acting career began in the Chicago theater scene. He first gained widespread recognition for his role as Jack “Nighthawk” Killian in the NBC series “Midnight Caller” (1988–1991). Cole’s career spans several decades, during which he has portrayed a wide array of characters in both comedic and dramatic roles. He is perhaps most famously known for his role as Bill Lumbergh in the cult classic film “Office Space” (1999). Besides his work in film, Cole has had significant roles in popular TV series such as “The West Wing,” “Veep,” and “The Good Wife.” He has also lent his voice to numerous animated series, including “Family Guy” and “Kim Possible.”

5 Interesting Facts about Gary Cole

1. Gary Cole began his acting career in theater and was a member of the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago.

2. He played the role of Mike Brady in the film adaptations of “The Brady Bunch” (1995) and its sequel.

3. Cole has lent his voice to several animated series, including the role of Harvey Birdman in “Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law.”

4. He has been nominated for multiple awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in “Veep.”

5. Gary Cole is also known for his role as Kent Davison, a senior strategist, in HBO’s political satire series “Veep.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gary Cole

1. “You can get pigeonholed in Hollywood and people think of you in a certain way, but I’ve been lucky to have a pretty eclectic career.”

2. “Versatility is the key to longevity in this business.”

3. “I enjoy doing both comedy and drama. They both have their own unique challenges.”

4. “It’s always fun to play the bad guy because you get to do things you wouldn’t normally do in real life.”

5. “I owe a great deal to the theater for teaching me the discipline and skills that have carried me through my career.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Gary Cole is estimated to be around $5 million.

Children

Gary Cole has one daughter, Mary Cole, born in 1993. Mary was diagnosed with autism at a young age, and Gary Cole has been an advocate for autism awareness.