Jason Beghe

Actor on Chicago P.D.

Jason Beghe - Actor on Chicago P.D.
Born

March 12th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor gained recognition for a leading role in the television series Chicago P.D., portraying Detective Hank Voight. Beghe began his acting career with modeling and appeared in various movies and TV shows. His work in Chicago P.D. earned him widespread attention. Prior to this, he also featured in the film G.I. Jane and had notable roles in shows like A Different World and Chicago Fire. Beghe's portrayal of Voight has become a defining aspect of his career.

Portrayed Detective Hank Voight in Chicago P.D.

Appeared in G.I. Jane

Featured in A Different World

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