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Zach Grenier

Birth Place: Englewood, NJ, USA

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BIO

Zach Grenier is a versatile actor with an impressive career in both stage and screen. Born on February 12, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey, Grenier developed an early passion for the arts and went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York City.



Grenier made his Broadway debut in 1985 in the play "A Few Good Men," written by Aaron Sorkin. He played the role of Lt. Jack Ross, a character that was later portrayed by Kevin Pollak in the film adaptation. Grenier's performance was praised by critics, and he went on to receive a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play.

In 1990, Grenier returned to Broadway to star in "The Iceman Cometh," a play by Eugene O'Neill. He played the role of Willie Oban, a former journalist who has given up on life and spends his days drinking in a bar. The production was directed by Howard Davies and starred Kevin Spacey in the lead role. Grenier's performance was once again well-received, and he earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play.

Grenier's other Broadway credits include "Mastergate" (1989), "A Question of Mercy" (1998), "33 Variations" (2009), and "Dead Accounts" (2012). In "33 Variations," Grenier played the role of Anton Schindler, a friend and biographer of Ludwig van Beethoven. The play was written and directed by Moisés Kaufman and starred Jane Fonda in the lead role.

In addition to his stage work, Grenier has also appeared in numerous films and television shows. He is perhaps best known for his role as David Lee, a lawyer at the law firm Lockhart/Gardner, in the CBS drama series "The Good Wife." Grenier appeared in 44 episodes of the show between 2010 and 2016, and his performance earned him critical acclaim.

Grenier's other notable television credits include "Deadwood," "24," "Law & Order," "Boardwalk Empire," and "The Blacklist." He has also appeared in films such as "Fight Club," "Tommy Boy," "Donnie Brasco," and "Twister."

In addition to his work in acting, Grenier is also a talented writer and director. He wrote and directed the short film "Pas de deux" in 2000, which won several awards at film festivals. He has also directed episodes of the television shows "The Good Wife" and "The Blacklist."

Grenier has been married to Lynn Bailey, a costume designer, since 1987. The couple has two children together.

Throughout his career, Grenier has proven himself to be a talented and versatile actor, equally at home on stage and screen. His performances have been praised for their depth and nuance, and he has earned a loyal following among audiences and critics alike. With his passion for the arts and his commitment to his craft, Grenier is sure to continue making an impact in the entertainment industry for years to come.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere at the Public Theater, 2018
Senator John McDowell

[New York]
MasterVoices Production, 2017
Louis Lippman

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2011
Mark Herries

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Ludwig van Beethoven

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2008
Thomas Cromwell

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Dick Cheney

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Egan

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Dr. Robert Chapman

[Off-Broadway]
1996
John

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Yoyo/Boreman

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Peter

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Captain

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Gustav

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Emanuele Giri

[Broadway]
1989
Mr. Picker

Mr. Child

Mr. Carver

Mr. Boyle

Wylie Slaughter (Understudy)

Senator Bunting (Understudy)

Representative Sellers (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1987
Voice of Caller

Sid Greenberg


Movies

The Kid Brother
[ 1987 ] Jesse
Working Girl
[ 1988 ] Jim
Talk Radio
[ 1988 ] Sid Greenberg
See No Evil, Hear No Evil
[ 1989 ] Jerk
A Shock to the System
[ 1990 ] Executive #2
Liebestraum
[ 1991 ] Barnard Ralston IV
Delirious
[ 1991 ] Mickey
Problem Child 2
[ 1991 ] Voytek
Cliffhanger
[ 1993 ] Davis
The Man Without a Face
[ 1993 ] Dr. Lionel Talbot, Psychiatrist
The Contenders
[ 1993 ] Transexual
Drunks
[ 1995 ] Al
Reckless
[ 1995 ] Anchor Person Re: Trish
The Stars Fell on Henrietta
[ 1995 ] Larry Ligstow owner of Greek restaurant
Cafe Society
[ 1995 ] Milton Macka
Tommy Boy
[ 1995 ] Ted Reilly
Twister
[ 1996 ] Eddie
Maximum Risk
[ 1996 ] Ivan Dzokhov
Under the Bridge
[ 1996 ] John
Mother Night
[ 1996 ] Joseph Goebbels
Donnie Brasco
[ 1997 ] Dr. Berger
White Lies
[ 1997 ] Terry Seabrooks
Ride with the Devil
[ 1999 ] Mr. Evans
Fight Club
[ 1999 ] Richard Chesler Regional Manager
Chasing Sleep
[ 2000 ] Geoffrey
Shaft
[ 2000 ] Harrison Loeb
Swordfish
[ 2001 ] A.D. Joy
Pulse
[ 2006 ] Professor Cardiff
Rescue Dawn
[ 2006 ] Squad Leader
Zodiac
[ 2007 ] Mel Nicolai
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer
[ 2007 ] Mr. Sherman, Rafke
The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond
[ 2008 ] Mr. Fenstermaker
Earthwork
[ 2009 ] Mayor
J. Edgar
[ 2011 ] John Condon
Free the Nipple
[ 2013 ] Jim Black
RoboCop
[ 2014 ] Senator Hubert Dreyfus
Manhattan Romance
[ 2014 ] Trevor
Crown Heights
[ 2017 ] Detective Csel
She Said
[ 2022 ] Irwin Reiter

TV Shows

24
Carl Webb
Boston Legal
U.S. Attorney Chris Randolph
C-16: FBI
Jack DiRado
Deadwood
Andy Cramed
Kate & Allie
Engineer
Law & Order
Ed Zanini, Judge Cormac Braden, Barry Speicher
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Judge Miranski
Miami Vice
Eric Terry
NYPD Blue
Detective Lou Simpkins, Rudolf Wentz
Ray Donovan
Ed Feratti
Tattinger's
Sonny Franks
The Equalizer
Kenny Pack
The Good Fight
David Lee
The Good Wife
David Lee

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Zach Grenier, 33 Variations

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Zach Grenier, 33 Variations

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Zach Grenier been in?

Zach Grenier has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Zach Grenier been in?

Zach Grenier has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Zach Grenier been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 33 Variations and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for 33 Variations.

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