Dennis William Quaid is an American actor whose career spans film and television, beginning professionally in the 1970s. Dennis Quaid has appeared in films including Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, Great Balls of Fire!, The Parent Trap, Frequency, and The Rookie. He also earned major award recognition for portraying Bill Clinton in The Special Relationship. Dennis Quaid was born on April 9, 1954, in Houston, Texas, and remains active in acting.
Biography
| Field | Details |
| Full Name | Dennis William Quaid |
| Date of Birth | April 9, 1954 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, United States |
| Profession | Actor |
| Years Active | 1975–present |
| Notable Films | Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, Great Balls of Fire!, The Parent Trap, Frequency, The Rookie |
| Notable Television Role | Bill Clinton in The Special Relationship |
| Current Spouse | Laura Savoie |
| Marriage | 2020 |
Family Tree
| Relation | Name |
| Father | William Rudy “Buddy” Quaid |
| Mother | Juanita Bonniedale “Nita” Jordan |
| Brother | Randy Quaid |
| Children | Jack Quaid, Thomas Boone Quaid, Zoe Grace Quaid |
| Spouse | Laura Savoie |
| Ex-Wife(s) | P. J. Soles, Meg Ryan, Kimberly Buffington |
Career Highlights
- Received a Golden Globe nomination for Far from Heaven and another for The Special Relationship.
- Earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor for The Special Relationship.
Awards
- New York Film Critics Circle Award — Best Supporting Actor, Far from Heaven.
- Independent Spirit Award — Best Supporting Male, Far from Heaven.
