Chris Sullivan

American actor in This Is Us

Chris Sullivan - American actor in This Is Us
Born

July 19th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor gained prominence through work in the series This Is Us, portraying Toby Damon. In addition to television, contributions to theater included performances in various productions. Background in improv comedy complemented acting career, leading to roles in multiple projects. Notable achievements include recognition for performance in critical dramas and a significant fan following due to relatable character portrayal.

Played Toby Damon in This Is Us

Appeared in the musical Wicked

Performed in various theatrical productions

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