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Michael Shannon is an American stage and film actor. The role of Peter Evans in Bug was originated by him on stage before he took on the role for the 2007 film. Shannon has also appeared in such films as: Pearl Harbor, Kangaroo Jack, Grand Theft Parsons and Before the Devil Knows You're Dead.
Shannon was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor 2009 Oscar for his role Revolutionary Road, but Heath Ledger was posthumously awarded the Oscar for his role in The Dark Knight.Oscars.com: 2009 Oscar Nominees
Fast Facts:
- Born: 1974
- Birthplace: Lexington, Kentucky
- Began career in Chicago
- Founded A Red Orchid Theatre
- Worked on stage with Steppenwolf
- Starred in stage production of Grace in Chicago
- Appeared in several shows in London
- Appeared in Pearl Harbor
- Played in a production of Woyzeck
- Made directorial debut at A Red Orchid for Eugene Ionesco's Hunger and Thirst
- Film debut: Groundhog Day
Brief Biography
Primarily a stage actor, Michael Shannon has also appeared in such film starting with the 1993 comedy, Groundhog Day. Starting out his acting career in Chicago, Shannon has worked on stage in New York, Chicago, and London. He is also slated to appear in the 2008 Sam Mendes film, Revolutionary Road.-
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Michael Shannon Questions
In Lost Season four, Michael can not die. Weapons malfunction around Michael and he recovers from any injury? 1 AnswerBecause the island isn't done with him. Remember when he tries to kill himself in the alley and suddenly Tom appears? Tom tells him to go ahead and try, but h... read more
Are Michael Lombardi and Vince Lombardi related? 1 AnswerIf they are related it is not a direct relation as Vince's kids are named Vince Jr. and Susan.And Michael doesn't mention any relation his website read more
How did Michael Jackson impact music? 1 AnswerHe was popular all over the world. Most of the people here in India, remembered him today hearing about his death and mourned. I have studied an interesting inf... read more -




