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• Matt Dillon, an American actor from an Irish Catholic working-class family, was discovered as a teenager and acted in many teenage angst films. He has diversified into comedic roles, as in There's Something About Mary, and more weighty dramatic roles. Dillon was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in the 2004 movie Crash.

  Dillon was arrested in Newbury, Vermont on December 30, 2008, for allegedly traveling at 106 mph in a 65-mph zone on Interstate 91.WCAX (Vermont): Actor Matt Dillon Arrested in Vermont (December 31, 2008) The actor could face up to three months in jail. He was scheduled to appear in court in January 2009. PerezHilton: Matt Dillon Could Face Three Months In Jail (January 2, 2009)

  Dillon originally entered a not guilty plea on January 21, 2009 for careless and negligent operation of a vehicle but on March 30, 2009, the actor changed his plea to guilty for one speeding charge. Dillon paid a $828 fine and the prosecutors dropped the remaining charge of "negligent operation of a motor vehicle".Eonline: Matt Dillon Slams on Brakes (March 30, 2009)

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: February 18, 1964
  2. Birthplace: New Rochelle, New York
  3. Breakthrough role: Dally Winston in The Outsiders
  4. Family: Second of five siblings
  5. Brother Kevin is also an actor
  6. December 30, 2008: Arrested for driving at excessive speeds on interstate 91 in VermontWCAX (Vermont): Actor Matt Dillon Arrested in Vermont (December 31, 2008)
  7. Scheduled to appear in court in January 2009WCAX (Vermont): Actor Matt Dillon Arrested in Vermont (December 31, 2008)
  8. January 21, 2009: Entered not guilty pleaE! Online: Matt Dillon Won't Cop to Speeding (January 21, 2009)
  9. March 30, 2009: Entered guilty plea a $828 fineEonline: Matt Dillon Slams on Brakes (March 30, 2009)
  10. Vermont prosecutors dropped the remaining charge of "negligent operation of a motor vehicle".Eonline: Matt Dillon Slams on Brakes (March 30, 2009)

• Film and Television

  • 1979: Over the Edge
  • 1980: My Bodyguard
  • 1983: The Outsiders
  • 1984: The Flamingo Kid
  • 1986: Native Son
  • 1989: Drugstore Cowboy
  • 1991: A Kiss Before Dying
  • 1993: Mr. Wonderful
  • 1995: To Die For
  • 1996: Grace of My Heart
  • 1998: There's Something About Mary
  • 2002: Deuces Wild
  • 2004: Employee of the Month
  • 2004: Crash
  • 2005: Herbie Fully Loaded
  • 2006: You, Me and Dupree
  • 2008: Nothing But the Truth
  • 2009: Old Dogs

• Quotes

  • "I sometimes think love is God's way of hoodwinking people into having kids. You fall in love, and all that passion goes into procreating and wanting children. I've felt that need to want to raise a child. It's a creative urge. But you can express that creative urge in other ways."—Matt Dillon, Parade.comParade.com: Matt Dillon: "You Don't Shut the Door on Hope" (July 23, 2006)

  • "I'm not a laugher. I have a sense of humor, but I don't laugh. I'm amused by people."—Matt Dillon, Combustible CelluloidCombustiblecelluloid.com: Interview with Matt Dillon (April 21, 2006)

  • "I like vintage clothing, because it puts me in mind of another generation. You read things like "pleats are out." They're out? No way. They looked great in the forties on Mitchum, Garfield, those guys. So why should it be different in 2006? I've got a closetful of old suits, gabardine pants, hats."—Matt Dillon, MSN LifestyleMSN Lifestyle: Men: Matt Dillon (April 21, 2006)

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