Silas Weir Mitchell
Actor in 'Prison Break' and 'Grimm'
Born
September 30th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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This American actor gained recognition for roles in television series and films. Achievements include notable performances in 'Prison Break' and 'Grimm'. With a background in theater, significant contributions to various productions have been made, showcasing a range of characters and narratives.
Appeared in 'Prison Break' as Theodore Bagwell
Played Monroe in 'Grimm'
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