Kiefer Sutherland

Actor and producer of 24

Kiefer Sutherland - Actor and producer of 24
Born

December 21st, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

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An accomplished actor, director, and producer with a notable career in television and film. Gained prominence for playing Jack Bauer in the television series '24', which aired from 2001 to 2010 and earned multiple Emmy Awards. In film, starred in movies such as 'The Lost Boys', 'A Few Good Men', and 'Flatliners'. Besides acting, directed and produced various projects, including the television series 'Touch'.

Played Jack Bauer in 24

Starred in The Lost Boys

Directed multiple projects

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