Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1963-10-31
- Born Place: Alexandria, Virginia, USA
Also Known As:
더모트 멀로니, درموت مالرونی
Dermot Mulroney
Dermot Mulroney is an American actor, director, and musician, born on October 31, 1963, in Alexandria, Virginia. He is the son of Michael Mulroney, a law professor, and Ellen, a regional theater actress. Raised in a musically inclined family, Mulroney developed a passion for the cello at an early age, which has influenced both his personal and professional life. He is also related to actor and screenwriter Kieran Mulroney, his younger brother. Mulroney began his acting career in the 1980s, with notable early roles in films such as Long Gone (1986) and Daddy (1987). His breakout role came in 1997 with the romantic comedy My Best Friend’s Wedding, where he starred alongside Julia Roberts. Despite the film's success, Mulroney humorously noted that his small appearance on the movie's poster led to a year-long unemployment period . Throughout his career, Mulroney has appeared in a diverse array of films and television series. His film credits include The Wedding Date (2005), The Family Stone (2005), Insidious: Chapter 3 (2015), and Scream VI (2023). On television, he has had recurring roles in series such as New Girl (2012–2018), Shameless (2015–2017), Play Dirty (2025) and Secret Invasion (2023). Beyond acting, Mulroney is an accomplished cellist. He has contributed to the soundtracks of major films, including Star Trek Into Darkness, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol . In 2016, he released an album with his band, Cranky George, titled Fat Lot of Good. In his personal life, Mulroney married actress Catherine Keener in 1990, and they have a son, Clyde, born in 1999. The couple divorced in 2007. In 2008, he married Italian actress Tharita Cesaroni, with whom he has two daughters. The family resides in Los Angeles. As of 2024, Mulroney continues to be active in the entertainment industry, with upcoming projects including the film Lights Out and the television series Chicago Fire .
