John C. Reilly Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft 2 in |
Weight | 89 kg |
Date of Birth | May 24, 1965 |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Spouse | Alison Dickey |
John C. Reilly is a multi-talented American actor, comedian, singer, screenwriter, and producer known for his roles in Casualties of War, Days of Thunder, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, The River Wild, Hard Eight, Gangs of New York, Step Brothers, Wreck-It Ralph, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Kong: Skull Island. He has collaborated with many musicians and has performed as John Reilly & Friends in clubs.
Born Name
John Christopher Reilly
Nick Name
John

Sun Sign
Gemini
Born Place
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Residence
Southern California, United States
Nationality
Education
John C. Reilly studied at Brother Rice High School in Chicago. Later, he attended DePaul University’s Goodman School of Drama in Chicago and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts in 1987.
Occupation
Actor, Comedian, Singer, Screenwriter, Producer
Family
- Father – He managed an industrial linen supply company.
- Siblings – He has 4 older siblings and 1 younger sibling.
- Others – Clemens Petronis (Maternal Grandfather), Veronica Strelciunas (Maternal Grandmother), Thomas J. Reilly (Paternal Grandfather), Cecilia MacLean (Paternal Grandmother)
Manager
John C. Reilly is managed by Framework Entertainment, Talent Management Company, West Hollywood, California, United States.
Genre
Country, Bluegrass, Folk
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar
Labels
Third Man Records
Build
Average
Height
6 ft 2 in or 188 cm
Weight
89 kg or 196 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse
John C. Reilly has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
He has half Lithuanian and some Irish, German, French-Canadian, and Scottish ancestry.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Curly hair
- Often wears a hat
Brand Endorsements
John C. Reilly has done endorsement work for TiVo.
Religion
Christianity
He was raised as a Roman Catholic.

Best Known For
His versatile roles in films and televisions including Casualties of War (1989), Days of Thunder (1990), What’s Eating Gilbert Grape (1993), The River Wild (1994), Hard Eight (1996), Boogie Nights (1997), Magnolia (1999), Chicago (2002), Gangs of New York (2002), The Aviator (2004), Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007), Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006), Step Brothers (2008), Wreck-It Ralph (2012), Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Kong: Skull Island (2017), and Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule (2010-2016)
As a Singer
John C. Reilly has collaborated with musicians like Tom Brosseau and Becky Stark and has performed numerous songs like It’s Never Too Late, Wayward Traveler, Rock Of Ages, and Blues Stay Away From Me as a member of the band, John Reilly & Friends.
First Film
In 1989, he made his theatrical film debut in the war crime drama film Casualties of War as PFC Herbert Hatcher.
In 2009, he made his theatrical film debut as a voice actor by lending his voice for the character #5 in the animated adventure action film 9.
First TV Show
In 1993, he made his first TV show appearance in the neo-noir anthology series Fallen Angels as Martin Lonsdale.
In 2006, he made his TV show debut as a voice actor in the animated comedy series Tom Goes to the Mayor as John.
John C. Reilly Favorite Things
Source – Noisey

John C. Reilly Facts
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