Greg Kinnear

Date of Birth: June 17, 1963

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Greg Kinnear is an American actor and television personality, best known for his versatile roles in both film and television. Born in Logansport, Indiana, Kinnear grew up in a family with a strong educational background—his father was a career diplomat, which allowed the family to live in various countries, including Lebanon and Greece. Kinnear attended the American Community Schools in Athens, where he first dabbled in radio shows. He later graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Kinnear’s career began in television as the first host of “Talk Soup” on E! Entertainment Television, where his comedic timing and charm quickly made him a household name. His breakthrough in film came with his Oscar-nominated role in “As Good as It Gets” (1997), where he starred alongside Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt. Over the years, Kinnear has demonstrated his acting range in various genres, including drama, comedy, and thriller. Some of his notable films include “Sabrina” (1995), “You’ve Got Mail” (1998), “Little Miss Sunshine” (2006), and “Stuck in Love” (2012).

5 Interesting Facts about Greg Kinnear

1. Greg Kinnear was the first host of the popular TV show “Talk Soup,” which later evolved into “The Soup.”

2. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “As Good as It Gets” (1997).

3. Kinnear has played real-life characters in several films, including Bob Crane in “Auto Focus” (2002) and John F. Kennedy in “The Kennedys” (2011).

4. He is an accomplished musician and often plays the guitar in his free time.

5. Kinnear is actively involved in various charitable organizations, including UNICEF and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Greg Kinnear

1. “I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.”

2. “I’m a big believer in luck. The harder I work, the luckier I get.”

3. “I always look for a challenge in my roles because it’s the only way to grow as an actor.”

4. “Comedy can be harder than drama because you have to make people laugh naturally, without forcing it.”

5. “I think every actor has a certain area where they feel comfortable, but it’s important to step out of that comfort zone.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Greg Kinnear’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

Greg Kinnear and his wife, Helen Labdon, have three daughters: Lily Katherine Kinnear, born in 2003; Audrey Mae Kinnear, born in 2006; and Kate Grace Kinnear, born in 2009.