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Ron Eldard: From ER To Broadway, His Amazing Career!

Alexandrea Cruickshank

Ever wondered what it takes to conquer Hollywood, Broadway, and even the boxing ring? Ron Eldard, a former Golden Gloves boxer, has not only traded punches but also delivered knockout performances on stage, television, and film. His journey is a testament to versatility and relentless pursuit of artistic excellence.

Born Ronald Jason Eldard on February 20, 1965, in Long Island, New York, Eldard's early life was marked by both challenge and artistic discovery. As the sixth of seven children, with four sisters Lana, Linda, Lisa, and Laurie and two brothers, Roger and Raymond, his upbringing was far from ordinary. Tragically, his mother passed away in a car accident when he was a child, leading to him and his siblings being cared for by various family members. At 13, he found stability living with his sister Lana.

Ron Eldard: Bio, Career, and Personal Life
Full Name Ronald Jason Eldard
Birth Date February 20, 1965
Birth Place Long Island, New York, USA
Nationality American
Occupation Actor
Early Life
  • Sixth of seven children
  • Mother passed away in a car accident
  • Lived with various family members, including an uncle and aunt in Utah, and later with his sister Lana
Education High School of Performing Arts, New York
Early Career
  • Former Golden Gloves boxer
  • Understudy in Neil Simon's "Biloxi Blues" on Broadway in 1986
Notable Roles
  • Paramedic and love interest for nurse Julianna Margulies in NBC's "ER" (1994)
  • Detective Jim Dunbar in ABC's "Blind Justice"
  • Colton Colt Rhodes in FX's "Justified"
  • Various roles in films such as "Sleepers," "Ghost Ship," "Black Hawk Down," and "Super 8"
Film Highlights
  • "True Love" (1989) - Film debut
  • "Scent of a Woman"
  • "The Last Supper" (with Cameron Diaz)
  • "Mystery Alaska" (with Russell Crowe)
  • "Deep Impact" (1998)
  • "Ghost Ship" (2002)
  • "Super 8" (2011)
  • "Black Hawk Down" (2001)
  • "Roadie"
  • "Poker Night"
  • "The Runner"
Television Highlights
  • "ER" (1994) - Paramedic role
  • "Blind Justice" - Detective Jim Dunbar
  • "Justified" - Colton Colt Rhodes
Broadway Performed in critically acclaimed productions
Personal Life
  • Dated Julianna Margulies from 1991 to 2003
  • Of Irish and Scottish descent
Interesting Facts
  • Attended a school for the blind to prepare for his role in "Blind Justice"
  • Film "XXX" won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival
  • Has maintained a steady acting career since the 1990s
Reference Link Ron Eldard Wikipedia Page
Ron Eldard Contact Info, Agent, Manager IMDbPro

Ron Eldard Contact Info, Agent, Manager IMDbPro

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Ron Eldard Editorial Stock Photo Stock Image Shutterstock

Ron Eldard

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