Griffin Dunne
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    • Birthday: 1955-06-08
    • Born Place: New York City, New York, USA

Griffin Dunne

Thomas Griffin Dunne, born on June 8, 1955, is an American actor, director, and producer with a career that has made him a prominent figure in independent and mainstream cinema. Born into a prominent literary and entertainment family—his father was the writer Dominick Dunne and his aunt was the famous author Joan Didion—he established himself as a versatile performer.Dunne is widely recognized for his leading roles in two iconic films of the 1980s: as the ghostly Jack Goodman in the horror-comedy An American Werewolf in London (1981) and as the bewildered Paul Hackett in Martin Scorsese's surreal black comedy After Hours (1985). The latter earned him a Golden Globe nomination. His acting career has continued with diverse roles in films like Dallas Buyers Club, My Girl, and Ocean's Eight, as well as a memorable recurring part on the television series This Is Us.Beyond acting, Dunne is also an accomplished director and producer. He co-produced After Hours and other notable independent films, including Baby It's You and Running on Empty. His directorial work includes the films Addicted to Love (1997) and Practical Magic (1998), as well as the critically acclaimed documentary about his aunt, Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold (2017). His recent memoir, The Friday Afternoon Club, chronicles his life and the experiences of his famous family.

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