J. C. MacKenzie

Canadian actor in 'The Assassination of Jesse James'

J. C. MacKenzie - Canadian actor in 'The Assassination of Jesse James'
Born

October 17th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

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Born in Canada in 1970, an actor gained recognition for performances in film and television. Notably starred in the series 'The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford' and the acclaimed HBO series 'True Detective'. Participated in various other projects, showcasing versatility in dramatic roles across genres.

Starred in 'The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford'

Appeared in 'True Detective'

Featured in 'The Blackcoat's Daughter'

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