Jeff Daniels

Jeffrey Warren "Jeff" Daniels is an American actor, musician, playwright and wisecracking extraordinaire! With a career that has spanned from his breakout role in Ragtime (1981) to his more recent success in State of Play (2009), this talented entertainer has gained a well-deserved reputation as a master of his craft. A Tony Award nominee for his performance in God of Carnage (2009), Daniels is also the proud founder of the Purple Rose Theatre Company in his home state of Michigan. He has received accolades for his work in films such as The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985), The Squid and the Whale (2005), and earned nominations from the Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, Satellite Awards, and numerous other film awards. Daniels is a beloved star, thanks to his comedic timing, deep humanity, and unmatched wit. As he famously quipped, "If you're going to be a bear, be a grizzly." It's no wonder why this veteran actor will always remain a fan favorite!