John Heard

Date of Birth: March 7, 1946

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Date of Death: July 21, 2017

Biography

John Heard was an accomplished American actor known for his versatility in both film and television. Born in Washington, D.C., Heard was the son of Helen, a museum guide, and John Heard Sr., who worked for the Department of Defense. He attended Gonzaga College High School and later Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. Heard began his acting career on the stage before transitioning to film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Peter McCallister, the father in the iconic “Home Alone” series. Heard’s career spanned several decades, featuring notable performances in films such as “Cutter’s Way,” “Beaches,” and “Big.” On television, he had memorable roles in series like “The Sopranos” and “Prison Break.” Known for his intense and often complex characters, Heard left a lasting impact on Hollywood until his death in 2017.

5 Interesting Facts about John Heard

1. John Heard was nominated for an Emmy Award in 1999 for his guest-starring role on “The Sopranos.”

2. He was a stage actor before transitioning to film and television, performing in notable productions such as “Hamlet” and “Othello.”

3. Heard graduated from Clark University, where he majored in theater arts.

4. He appeared in the critically acclaimed film “Cutter’s Way” (1981), which has since become a cult classic.

5. Heard was married three times and had three children from his relationships.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Heard

1. “Acting is primarily is where I want to be; I love movies.”

2. “I never really considered myself a movie star. I always considered myself an actor.”

3. “I think the best acting is when you’re not acting.”

4. “I don’t believe in acting classes anymore, but I do believe in reading.”

5. “I’m a journeyman actor, and I take pride in that.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, John Heard’s net worth was estimated to be around $3.5 million.

Children

John Heard had three children: a son named John Matthew Heard with his first wife, actress Margot Kidder, a daughter named Annika Heard from his relationship with Melissa Leo, and a son named Max Heard with his second wife, Sharon Heard.