Kiefer Sutherland

Date of Birth: December 21, 1966

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Kiefer Sutherland is a renowned Canadian actor, producer, director, and singer, best known for his iconic role as Jack Bauer in the TV series “24.” Born into a family with deep roots in the entertainment industry, Sutherland has carved out a significant career in both television and film. He was born on December 21, 1966, in London, England, to Canadian actors Donald Sutherland and Shirley Douglas. Raised in Canada, Sutherland attended several schools before pursuing a career in acting. His film debut came in 1983 with “Max Dugan Returns,” but it was his role in the 1986 coming-of-age film “Stand by Me” that brought him early fame. Throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, Sutherland starred in a variety of films, including “The Lost Boys,” “Young Guns,” “Flatliners,” and “A Few Good Men.” His portrayal of Jack Bauer in “24” from 2001 to 2010 (and a limited series in 2014) earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe. Apart from acting, Sutherland has ventured into directing and producing. He also has a passion for music and has released a couple of country-rock albums. Sutherland continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for his versatility and dedication to his craft.

5 Interesting Facts about Kiefer Sutherland

1. Kiefer Sutherland is a twin; he has a twin sister named Rachel.

2. Sutherland has won an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards for his role in “24.”

3. He is named after Warren Kiefer, the writer and director of “Castle of the Living Dead,” a film in which his father, Donald Sutherland, starred.

4. Kiefer is an avid guitar player and has toured with his band.

5. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2009.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kiefer Sutherland

1. “There’s a confidence that comes from youth and not knowing better.”

2. “I love music, and I love playing guitar, and I love writing songs.”

3. “The most critical thing is to have a sense of yourself and your own path.”

4. “I think the most important thing about acting is that it gives you the ability to remove yourself from your own experience and understand someone else’s.”

5. “What I do is make decisions for the best of the project. I don’t care about the individual.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Kiefer Sutherland is estimated to be around $75 million.

Children

Kiefer Sutherland has one daughter, Sarah Jude Sutherland, born on February 18, 1988. Sarah is also an actress, known for her role as Catherine Meyer in the TV series “Veep.”