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Adam Baldwin Biography

Birth Name:Adam Baldwin

Birth Place:Winnetka, Illinois, United States

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Even though he started acting in 1980, he was named TV Guide’s Sexiest Newcomer in 2005
  • Began his acting career with a small role in "My Bodyguard," later going on to have bigger roles in "The Patriot" and "Independence Day․"
  • Quote: "It was never the fame or fortune that drove me to act․ It was something I love and enjoy doing it․ A lot of people identify who they are by what they do and that's not me․ It's what I do but not who I am․ Who I am is a parent․ I'm a family man․"
  • He joined the cast of NBC’s "Chuck" in 2007, as a lead character and remained for the show’s five season run
  • Has voiced for characters in multiple video games including "Halo 3," "Halo 3: ODST," and "Mass Effect 2․"
  • Enjoys to golf, mountain biking, bowling, baseball, and playing Frisbee, in addition to participating in celebrity hockey games
  • Has no relation to Alec Baldwin, William Baldwin, and the other Baldwin brothers

Awards

  • 2001Video Premiere Award-Best Actor: nominated