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Peter Sarsgaard

American actor
Date of Birth: 07.03.1971
Country: USA

Content:
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Breakout Roles (1995-1998)
  3. Critical Acclaim (1999-2003)
  4. Versatility and Success (2004-2008)
  5. Personal Life and Philosophy
  6. Awards and Recognition

Early Life and Education

Peter John Sarsgaard was born in 1971 on a military base in Illinois, where his father worked as an engineer.

John spent his early years traveling with his family due to his father's military career. Despite initial aspirations of becoming a football player, an injury led him to pursue his interests in drama and literature.

He graduated from Washington University in St. Louis and attended classes at The Actors Studio. Along with former classmates, he co-founded the comedic theater troupe Mama's Pot Roas.

Breakout Roles (1995-1998)

Sarsgaard's film debut came in Tim Robbins' 1995 "Dead Man Walking." His career gained momentum in 1998 with roles in "The Man in the Iron Mask," alongside L peter sarsgaard actor biography2 JAG