Ken Jenkins Biography

Fast Facts

• In 1969, co-founded the Actors Theatre of Louisville, where he acted, wrote and directed for more than a decade
• Co-starred with his son, Daniel, in the 1985 Broadway musical Big River
• Made his big-screen debut in John Sayles' historical drama Matewan (1987)
• Has co-starred with his wife, Katharine Houghton, in numerous stage productions, including The Taming of the Shrew, The Glass Menagerie and Major Barbara
• Reunited with his former Scrubs boss, creator Bill Lawrence, on Lawrence's new show Cougar Town, in the recurring role of Chick