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Tom Hulce Biography
Birth Name:
Thomas Edward Hulce
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Profession
Actor, producer
Fast Facts
- Began performing in various local theater productions while growing up in Plymouth, MI
- Understudied Peter Firth in the original Broadway production of Equus only two months after arriving in New York in December, 1973
- Landed the title role of Mozart in the 1984 feature film Amadeus, and was nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award for his critically acclaimed portrayal
- Received his first Tony Award nomination in 1990 originating the character of Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee in the Aaron Sorkin-penned play A Few Good Men; the role was later famously portrayed by Tom Cruise in the 1992 film version, directed by Rob Reiner and costarring Jack Nicholson
- Produced the 2006 Broadway rock musical Spring Awakening, with music by Duncan Sheik and lyrics by Steven Sater, which went on to receive a total of 11 Tony Award nominations and capture 8 wins, including Best Musical, in 2007
Awards
- 1996Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor for a Miniseries or a Special: winner
- 1996Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
- 1991Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
- 1990Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Special: nominated
- 1989Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama: nominated
- 1985Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama: nominated
- 1984Oscar-Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role: nominated
Relationships
- Raymond Hulce -- Father
- Joanne Hulce -- Mother