John Heard
American actor remembered for over 160 screen credits, including his iconic role as the beleaguered father in the beloved Home Alone franchise.
What do we know about John Heard?
Here are the key biographical details about John Heard:
- Name: John Heard
- Also Known As: John Heard Jr.
- Date of Birth: March 7, 1946
- Place of Birth: Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Date of Death: July 21, 2017
- Gender: Male
- Job Title: Actor
- Crew Jobs: In Memory Of
Who is John Heard?
John Heard Jr. (March 7, 1946 – July 21, 2017) was an American actor. Heard made his debut appearance in film with the ensemble Between the Lines (1977). He appeared in a number of successful films, including Heart Beat (1980), Cutter's Way (1981), Cat People (1982), Beaches (1988), and Deceived (1991), and was perhaps best known for his role of Peter McCallister in the first two Home Alone films (1990–1992). He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 1999 for guest-starring as Vin Makazian on The Sopranos (1999–2004).
What is John Heard known for?
With over 160 credits, John Heard's most recognized performances include:
- Home Alone (1990, Movie)
- Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992, Movie)
- Prison Break (2005, TV Series)
- White Chicks (2004, Movie)
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999, TV Series)
- Big (1988, Movie)
- The Sopranos (1999, TV Series)
- Modern Family (2009, TV Series)
- Awakenings (1990, Movie)
- Person of Interest (2011, TV Series)
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