Kiefer Sutherland

Named after Warren Kiefer, the screenwriter/director of the film Castle of the Living Dead, which starred Donald Sutherland. Delivered a memorable performance as the gang leader in Stand By Me (1986), Rob Reiner's adaptation of the Stephen King story The Body. Was once engaged to Julia Roberts, whom he met when they co-starred in 1990's Flatliners . Their high-profile wedding was cancelled at the last minute. Formed the production company Still Water Films (named after a river at his Montana… Show more ranch) in 1986. Made his directorial debut with the 1993 Showtime production Last Light ; his feature-film directorial debut was 1997's Truth or Consequences, N.M.. Executive-produced the TV film Dark Reflection (1994). Spent nearly two years competing in rodeo events during a break from acting in the 1990s; won rodeos in Phoenix and Albuquerque. Remained close with his former stepdaughter Michelle Kath (from his marriage to Camelia Kath) and gave her away at her wedding in 2003. Won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actor in a Television Series (Drama) for 24 in 2004. Also nominated for the same award in 2003 and 2005. ~ Rovi

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