Relationship : Marriage 1980 (Caridad Rivera)
American actor and filmmaker, who rose to prominence through his role as U.S. Marine Private/Sergeant J.T. "Joker" Davis in 1987 war drama film Full Metal Jacket. His other film roles include the title character in Birdy (1984), the high school wrestler Louden Swain in Vision Quest (1985), FBI agent Mike Downey in Married to the Mob (1988), Joe Slovak in Gross Anatomy (1989), Drake Goodman in Pacific Heights (1990), Dr. Ralph Wyman in Short Cuts (1993), William Shaw in Cutthroat Island (1995) and Peter Foley in The Dark Knight Rises (2012). On television, Modine portrays Dr. Don Francis in And the Band Played On (1993), the oversexed Sullivan Groff on Weeds (2007), Ivan Turing in Proof (2015) and the villainous Dr. Martin Brenner in Netflixs Stranger Things (2016-2022). Modine has been nominated twice for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television for his work in And the Band Played On and What the Deaf Man Heard (1997) and received a special Golden Globe for him and the rest of the ensemble in Short Cuts. He was also nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Special for And the Band Played On. Modine married Caridad Rivera, a Puerto Rican makeup and wardrobe stylist, in 1980. They have two children, Boman, an assistant director for films, and actress, singer and ballet dancer Ruby Modine. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born on March 22, 1959, in Loma Linda, California, Matthew Modine is a renowned American actor, activist, and filmmaker. He gained prominence in the 1980s with iconic roles in films like Full Metal Jacket (1987), Vision Quest (1985), and Birdy (1984). His career spans decades, showcasing his versatility across film, television, and stage.
Matthew Modine remains active in the entertainment industry. Some of his recent projects include the Netflix series Stranger Things where he played the role of Dr. Martin Brenner, and the film Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal (2021). He also continues to work on independent films and other projects.
Matthew Modine is an active social media user. You can find him on:
He frequently uses these platforms to engage with fans, share updates on his work, and advocate for causes he believes in.
Beyond acting, Matthew Modine is a dedicated activist, focusing on environmental issues and cycling advocacy. He is known for his work promoting bicycle safety and alternative transportation. He is also a passionate filmmaker, often working on independent projects and exploring various creative endeavors.
For a more detailed overview of his career and projects, you can visit his official website or check out his IMDb page.
Matthew Modine's long and diverse career continues to evolve, making him a figure worth following in the entertainment industry and beyond.
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