Scott Bakula
Birth Place: St. Louis, MO, USA
Latest News on Scott Bakula:
YOU WILL BE FOUND Benefit Concert Set For Next Month (Oct 11, 2024)
Review: MISTER LINCOLN at Ford's Theatre (Oct 3, 2024)
Cast and Creatives Set For Ford's Theatre Society's MISTER LINCOLN (Sep 4, 2024)
YOU WILL BE FOUND Benefit Concert Set For Next Month (Oct 11, 2024)
Review: MISTER LINCOLN at Ford's Theatre (Oct 3, 2024)
Cast and Creatives Set For Ford's Theatre Society's MISTER LINCOLN (Sep 4, 2024)
BIO
Scott Stewart Bakula (/ˈbækjʊlə/; born October 9, 1954) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in two science-fiction television series: as Sam Beckett on Quantum Leap – for which he was nominated for four Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards (winning one) – and as Captain Jonathan Archer on Star Trek: Enterprise. From 2014 to 2021, he portrayed Special Agent Dwayne Cassius "King" Pride on NCIS: New Orleans.
A Tony Award-nominee for his work on Broadway, Bakula starred in the comedy-drama series Men of a Certain Age and guest-starred in the second and third seasons of NBC's Chuck as the title character's father, Stephen J. Bartowski. From 2014 to 2015, he played entrepreneur Lynn on the HBO show Looking.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Performer (Understudy)
Movies
Sibling Rivalry
[ 1990 ] Harry Turner
[ 1990 ] Harry Turner
Necessary Roughness
[ 1991 ] Paul Blake
[ 1991 ] Paul Blake
Color of Night
[ 1994 ] Bob Moore
[ 1994 ] Bob Moore
A Passion to Kill
[ 1994 ] David
[ 1994 ] David
My Family
[ 1995 ] David Ronconi
[ 1995 ] David Ronconi
Lord of Illusions
[ 1995 ] Harry D Amour
[ 1995 ] Harry D Amour
Cats Don't Dance
[ 1997 ] Danny
[ 1997 ] Danny
Major League: Back to the Minors
[ 1998 ] Gus Cantrell
[ 1998 ] Gus Cantrell
American Beauty
[ 1999 ] Jim Olmeyer
[ 1999 ] Jim Olmeyer
Luminarias
[ 1999 ] Joseph
[ 1999 ] Joseph
Above Suspicion
[ 2000 ] James Stockton
[ 2000 ] James Stockton
Life as a House
[ 2001 ] Officer Kurt Walker
[ 2001 ] Officer Kurt Walker
Role of a Lifetime
[ 2002 ] Bobby Cellini, Buck Steele
[ 2002 ] Bobby Cellini, Buck Steele
The Informant!
[ 2009 ] FBI Special Agent Brian Shepard
[ 2009 ] FBI Special Agent Brian Shepard
Source Code
[ 2011 ] Colter's Father
[ 2011 ] Colter's Father
Behind the Candelabra
[ 2013 ] Bob Black
[ 2013 ] Bob Black
Geography Club
[ 2013 ] Carl Land
[ 2013 ] Carl Land
Enter the Dangerous Mind
[ 2013 ] Kevin
[ 2013 ] Kevin
Elsa & Fred
[ 2014 ] Raymond
[ 2014 ] Raymond
Me Him Her
[ 2015 ] Mr. Ehrlick
[ 2015 ] Mr. Ehrlick
Summertime
[ 2016 ] Paul's Father
[ 2016 ] Paul's Father
Basmati Blues
[ 2017 ] Eric
[ 2017 ] Eric
TV Shows
Chuck
Steve Bartowski
Steve Bartowski
Designing Women
Dr. Ted Shively
Dr. Ted Shively
Gung Ho
Hunt Stevenson
Hunt Stevenson
Looking
Lynn
Lynn
Men of a Certain Age
Terry Elliott
Terry Elliott
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Mr. Smith
Mr. Smith
Murphy Brown
Peter Hunt
Peter Hunt
NCIS
Dwayne Pride
Dwayne Pride
NCIS: New Orleans
Dwayne Pride, Dwayne Cassius Pride
Dwayne Pride, Dwayne Cassius Pride
Quantum Leap
Dr. Samuel 'Sam' Beckett
Dr. Samuel 'Sam' Beckett
Star Trek: Enterprise
Jonathan Archer
Jonathan Archer
The New Adventures of Old Christine
Jeff Hunter
Jeff Hunter
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Scott Bakula, Romance/Romance
Videos
Interview: Scott Bakula and Chelsea Field of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Peterborough Players
by Dan Marois - Jul 28, 2024
VIDEO: Broadway Salutes Stephen Sondheim at the 1993 Kennedy Center Honors
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 29, 2021
VIDEO: Scott Bakula Tells the Story of Injuring an Elderly Audience Member During THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2020
VIDEO: JJ Redick, Scott Bakula & Pete Holmes Play Basketball or Cake? on CORDEN
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 28, 2017
VIDEO: Tony Nominee Scott Bakula Would Love to Return to Broadway; Just Ask!
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 20, 2016
VIDEO: Scott Bakula & Stephen Colbert Take 'Quantum Leap' to Meet a Young Donald Trump
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2016
TV: Sneak Peek at Jonathan Groff & Company in Third Episode of HBO's LOOKING
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 31, 2014
News
YOU WILL BE FOUND Benefit Concert Set For Next Month
YOU WILL BE FOUND - A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR NAMI GLAC (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Greater Los Angeles County) is set for next month. The performance is on Sunday, November 10th. Doors open at 6 pm. Entertainment begins at 7:30 pm.
YOU WILL BE FOUND - A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR NAMI GLAC (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Greater Los Angeles County) is set for next month. The performance is on Sunday, November 10th. Doors open at 6 pm. Entertainment begins at 7:30 pm.
Review: MISTER LINCOLN at Ford's Theatre
Mister Lincoln is a pleasant and ruminative piece on the United States and its history. It's humorous, informative, and for American history buffs, surely spellbinding. Read our critic's take.
Mister Lincoln is a pleasant and ruminative piece on the United States and its history. It's humorous, informative, and for American history buffs, surely spellbinding. Read our critic's take.
Cast and Creatives Set For Ford's Theatre Society's MISTER LINCOLN
Ford’s Theatre announced the cast and creative team for MISTER LINCOLN, featuring David Selby as Abraham Lincoln. The production will run from October 10 to November 15, 2024.
Ford’s Theatre announced the cast and creative team for MISTER LINCOLN, featuring David Selby as Abraham Lincoln. The production will run from October 10 to November 15, 2024.
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at the Peterborough Players
The Peterborough Players ends a record breaking season with a production of “Man of La Mancha,” starring Scott Bakula (From television in, “Quantum Leap,” “Star Trek Enterprise,” and “NCIS:New Orleans”) and his wife, Chelsea Field (best known Rita Devereaux in “NCIS:New Orleans”), in the lead roles of Cervantes and Aldonza.
The Peterborough Players ends a record breaking season with a production of “Man of La Mancha,” starring Scott Bakula (From television in, “Quantum Leap,” “Star Trek Enterprise,” and “NCIS:New Orleans”) and his wife, Chelsea Field (best known Rita Devereaux in “NCIS:New Orleans”), in the lead roles of Cervantes and Aldonza.
Interview: Scott Bakula and Chelsea Field of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Peterborough Players
Scott Bakula and Chelsea Field are set to grace the stage in the upcoming production of the musical, “Man of La Mancha” playing at the Peterborough Players from August 14 to 25.
Scott Bakula and Chelsea Field are set to grace the stage in the upcoming production of the musical, “Man of La Mancha” playing at the Peterborough Players from August 14 to 25.
THE CONNECTOR Cast Album Now Available; Plus Watch the Cast Recording 'The Whole World Changed'
The original cast recording of MCC Theater’s acclaimed world premiere production of The Connector is available today! Plus, watch Hannah Cruz, Scott Bakula and the cast record 'The Whole World Changed'.
The original cast recording of MCC Theater’s acclaimed world premiere production of The Connector is available today! Plus, watch Hannah Cruz, Scott Bakula and the cast record 'The Whole World Changed'.
THE CONNECTOR Original Cast Recording to be Released This Month
Concord Theatricals Recordings will release MCC Theater’s THE CONNECTOR this month! Learn more about the show.
Concord Theatricals Recordings will release MCC Theater’s THE CONNECTOR this month! Learn more about the show.
Photos: Inside The 84th Annual Peabody Awards With Mel Brooks, Billy Crystal & More
On June 9th, the entertainment industry came together to celebrate the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. Winners were chosen by a unanimous vote from over 1,100 entries in television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. See photos from the event!
On June 9th, the entertainment industry came together to celebrate the most compelling and empowering stories released in broadcasting and streaming media during 2023. Winners were chosen by a unanimous vote from over 1,100 entries in television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. See photos from the event!
MISTER LINCOLN, SISTER ACT & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2024-2025 Season
Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.
Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 15, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch Scott Bakula Sing 'The Whole World Changed' from THE CONNECTOR
Watch a clip of Scott Bakula singing in The Connector at MCC Theater! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Watch a clip of Scott Bakula singing in The Connector at MCC Theater! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Original Cast Recording of Jason Robert Brown's THE CONNECTOR Will Be Released This Spring
Concord Theatricals Recordings will release the original cast recording of MCC Theater’s world premiere production of Jason Robert Brown's The Connector.
Concord Theatricals Recordings will release the original cast recording of MCC Theater’s world premiere production of Jason Robert Brown's The Connector.
Photos: Peter Dinklage, Ben Platt, Joel Grey & More Celebrate THE CONNECTOR Opening Night
MCC Theater's The Connector officially opened February 6. Check out photos from opening night here!
MCC Theater's The Connector officially opened February 6. Check out photos from opening night here!
Review Roundup: Jason Robert Brown's THE CONNECTOR Opens At MCC Theater
MCC Theater presents The Connector, a new musical. From Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade) comes a timely new musical about two talented young journalists on increasingly diverging paths. Read the reviews!
MCC Theater presents The Connector, a new musical. From Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade) comes a timely new musical about two talented young journalists on increasingly diverging paths. Read the reviews!
World Premiere of Jason Robert Brown's THE CONNECTOR Extends for a Final Time at MCC Theater
MCC Theater's The Connector, a new musical with a book by Jonathan Marc Sherman, music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince, and choreographed by Karla Puno Garcia has been extended. Learn how to purchase tickets!
MCC Theater's The Connector, a new musical with a book by Jonathan Marc Sherman, music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince, and choreographed by Karla Puno Garcia has been extended. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Get a First Look at Jason Robert Brown's THE CONNECTOR at MCC Theater
Get a first look at photos of Jason Robert Brown's The Connector at MCC Theater!
Get a first look at photos of Jason Robert Brown's The Connector at MCC Theater!
Interview: Jessica Molaskey Talks Reuniting with Jason Robert Brown and Daisy Prince for New Musical THE CONNECTOR
BroadwayWorld spoke with Jessica Molaskey, one of the stars of the new Jason Robert Brown musical, The Connector. Learn about the show here!
BroadwayWorld spoke with Jessica Molaskey, one of the stars of the new Jason Robert Brown musical, The Connector. Learn about the show here!
Video: Broadway at the Kennedy Center Honors
The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!
The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!
Feature: A Cabaret Christmas Wish List
For four years this cabaret editor has been dreaming of these club acts.
For four years this cabaret editor has been dreaming of these club acts.
Emmy-Winning Actor Andre Braugher Dies At Age 61
Emmy Award-winning actor Andre Braugher has passed away at the age of 61.
Emmy Award-winning actor Andre Braugher has passed away at the age of 61.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Scott Bakula been in?
Scott Bakula has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Scott Bakula been in?
Scott Bakula has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Scott Bakula been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Romance/Romance.
Videos