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Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
18 January
Location
California, United States
Edit pageKevin Costner
Biography
Kevin Costner is an American actor, director, and producer known for his work in film and television, with a career spanning over four decades. Born on January 18, 1955, in Lynwood, California, Costner has earned acclaim for his performances in drama, action, and historical films, as well as his contributions behind the camera.
Early Life and Education
Costner grew up in California and showed an early interest in sports and the arts. He attended California State University, Fullerton, where he studied marketing and finance while participating in theater productions, laying the foundation for his acting career.
Career Highlights
Kevin Costner gained prominence in the 1980s with roles in Silverado (1985) and The Untouchables (1987). He cemented his status as a leading Hollywood actor with performances in Dances with Wolves (1990), which he also directed and produced, earning seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Other notable films include Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991), The Bodyguard (1992), A Perfect World (1993), Wyatt Earp (1994), Waterworld (1995), Open Range (2003), and Man of Steel (2013).
Costner has also received acclaim for his work in television, notably in the series Yellowstone, where he stars as rancher John Dutton, further solidifying his status as a versatile actor capable of commanding both the big and small screens.
