Date of Birth: February 21, 1953
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
William Louis Petersen, born on February 21, 1953, in Evanston, Illinois, is an American actor and producer best known for his role as Gil Grissom in the CBS series “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.” Petersen discovered his passion for acting at Idaho State University, leading him to pursue a career in theater and eventually film and television. His breakthrough came with the 1985 film “To Live and Die in L.A.,” but it was his role in “CSI” that made him a household name. In addition to acting, Petersen has also worked as a theater producer and has been involved with various stage productions in Chicago. His contributions to the entertainment industry have earned him numerous accolades and a dedicated fan base.
5 Interesting Facts about William Petersen
1. William Petersen turned down a role in the critically acclaimed film “Platoon” to take on his role in “To Live and Die in L.A.”
2. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on February 3, 2009.
3. Petersen is an avid Chicago Cubs fan and has narrated several Cubs-related documentaries.
4. He was a co-executive producer for “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” contributing to the show’s creative direction.
5. Petersen has a passion for theater and has performed in numerous stage productions, including works by Shakespeare and Tennessee Williams.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from William Petersen
1. “I’m a Midwestern guy; I’ve been my whole life. The values that you get in the Midwest are something you take with you wherever you go.”
2. “I’ve always considered myself a character actor, and I’ve always tried to choose roles that are different from one another.”
3. “The great thing about ‘CSI’ is that it doesn’t rely on any one character. It’s the science that’s the star of the show.”
4. “I think the essence of good storytelling is to always be unexpected and to never be predictable.”
5. “Acting is a weird profession. It’s not like any other job. It’s like asking someone, ‘Do you enjoy being a plumber?’”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
William Petersen’s highest net worth achieved is approximately $40 million.
Children
William Petersen has one daughter, Maite Petersen, from his first marriage to Joanne Brady.
Relevant Links
1. [William Petersen IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0676973/
2. [William Petersen Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/william-petersen
3. [William Petersen on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Petersen
4. [Hollywood Walk of Fame – William Petersen](http://www.walkoffame.com/william-petersen
