Introduction
Rainn Wilson is an American actor, comedian, and author. He is best known for his role as Dwight Schrute in the NBC comedy series The Office.
Bio/Wiki
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Full Name | Rainn Wilson |
Other Names/Nicknames | The Denim Warrior |
Profession(s) | Actor, Comedian, Author |
Date of Birth | January 20, 1966 |
Age (as of 2023) | 57 |
Place of Birth | Seattle, Washington, USA |
Nationality | American |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Ancestral Background | German, English, Scottish, and Irish |
Physical Stats
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Height | 6’2″ (1.88 m) |
Weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
Body Measurements | Chest: 42 in (107 cm), Waist: 32 in (81 cm), Hips: 36 in (91 cm) |
Eye Colour | Blue |
Hair Colour | Brown |
Family & Relationships
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Parents | William Richard Wilson and Shay Cooper Wilson |
Siblings | Two older brothers, Randy and Jim |
Affairs | None publicly known |
Relationship Status | Married to Holiday Reinhorn since 2004 |
Partner/Spouse | Holiday Reinhorn |
Children | Two sons, Walter Mckenzie Wilson (born 2006) and Henry Wilson (born 2008) |
Education & Early Life
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Schooling | Lake Washington High School, Seattle Pacific University, and New York University |
Higher Education | MFA in Acting from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts |
Early Life | Grew up in Seattle, Washington. |
Early Influences | His parents, who were both actors |
Career
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Debut | Appeared in the 1998 film Galaxy Quest |
Significant Works | The Office (2005-2013), The Rocker (2008), Super (2010), The Meg (2018) |
Awards & Nominations | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (2007) |
Filmography/Discography | See IMDb |
Voice Work | The Lego Movie (2014), American Dad! (2015-present), Star Wars Resistance (2018-2020) |
Music Videos | “Fat” by Weird Al Yankovic (2008) |
Tours & Live Shows | None |
Collaborations | Co-wrote and starred in the web series The Farm (2014-2015) |
Documentaries | The Office: The Untold Story (2013) |
Net Worth & Assets
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Net Worth | $70 million (estimated) |
Properties | Owns a home in Los Angeles, California |
Business Ventures | None publicly known |
Investments | Owns shares in several companies, including Apple, Amazon, and Tesla |
Trivia & Miscellaneous
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Hobbies & Interests | Playing guitar, writing, and traveling |
Controversies | None publicly known |
Philanthropy & Activism | Supports several charities, including the Human Rights Campaign and the Trevor Project |
Public Image | Known for his quirky and eccentric personality |
Personal Challenges | Has spoken openly about his struggles with anxiety and depression |
Notable Interviews | Appeared on several talk shows, including The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and The Ellen DeGeneres Show |
Publications & Books | Author of the books The Bassoon King (2015) and Super Sad True Love Story (2010) |
Personal Anecdotes | Once got into a fistfight with a man who was trying to pick a fight with his wife |
Quotes | “I’m not afraid to be weird.” |
Social Media & Online Presence
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Instagram Handle | @rainnwilson |
Twitter Handle | @rainnwilson |
Facebook Handle | @rainnwilson |
Youtube Channel | Rainn Wilson |
TikTok ID | @rainnwilson |
Legacy & Influence
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Cultural References | Has been referenced in several films and television shows, including The Simpsons, Family Guy, and South Park |
Achievements Outside Primary Profession | Author, activist, and philanthropist |
Mentorship | Has mentored several young actors |
Legacy | Known as one of the most iconic actors of his generation |