John Krasinski

Actor and director of The Office

John Krasinski - Actor and director of The Office
Born

October 20th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor, director, and producer, gained prominence for role as Jim Halpert on television series The Office. Transitioned to film directing and starred in horror film A Quiet Place, which received critical acclaim and multiple awards. Expanded career to producing and directed sequel A Quiet Place Part II. Other notable television work includes Jack Ryan in the series Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan.

Role of Jim Halpert in The Office

Directed and starred in A Quiet Place

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