Vincent Kartheiser
American Actor, starred in Mad Men

Born
May 5th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Appeared in several television shows and films. Gained significant recognition for the role of Pete Campbell in the television series Mad Men, which aired from 2007 to 2015. Other notable performances include roles in Angel and The Indian Runner. Engaged in various stage productions showcasing versatility in acting.
Played Pete Campbell in Mad Men
Appeared in Angel as Connor
Starred in The Indian Runner
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