Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film producer, Film actor, Lighting designer, Screenwriter, Dancer
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Birthplace
Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
Nazareth Regional High School
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 29,401 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 28
Career
Career spanning 32 years (1983-2015)
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Year context
Born in 1955 -- Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott; Dwight D. Eisenhower was US president
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
75
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Filmography (46)
AWARDS (1)
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Biography
William Forsythe (born June 7, 1955) is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of tough-guy, criminal characters, and has starred in films such as American Me (1992), Raising Arizona (1987), Dick Tracy (1990), Gotti (1996), The Rock (1996), and The Devil's Rejects (2005). He has also played recurring characters in television series such as Boardwalk Empire (2010) and Justified (2010).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is William Forsythe?
William Forsythe is 70 years old, born on .
Where was William Forsythe born?
William Forsythe was born in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has William Forsythe been in?
William Forsythe has 46 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Man in the High Castle (2015), Hidden in the Woods (2014), L.A., I Hate You (2011), Boardwalk Empire (2010), Hawaii Five-0 (2010).
What is William Forsythe known for?
William Forsythe is primarily known as an actor. William Forsythe (born June 7, 1955) is an American actor. He is best known for his portrayal of tough-guy, criminal characters, and has starred in…
Where can I find more information about William Forsythe?
You can find more about William Forsythe on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
