David Morse facts for kids
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David Morse
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Morse in 2013
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David Bowditch Morse
October 11, 1953 Beverly, Massachusetts, U.S.
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| Alma mater | William Esper Studio |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1980–present |
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Susan Wheeler Duff
(m. 1982) |
| Children | 3 |
David Bowditch Morse (born October 11, 1953) is an American actor. He is known for playing many different kinds of characters in movies, television, and on stage.
Morse first became well-known for playing Dr. Jack "Boomer" Morrison in the TV medical drama St. Elsewhere from 1982 to 1988. He has also appeared in popular movies like The Rock, Contact, The Green Mile, and 12 Monkeys.
He earned an Emmy Award nomination for his role as Detective Michael Tritter in the TV series House. He received a second Emmy nomination for playing George Washington in the 2008 miniseries John Adams. Morse has also won awards for his work in theater, including for the play How I Learned to Drive.
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Early Life and First Steps in Acting
David Morse was born on October 11, 1953, in Beverly, Massachusetts. His mother, Jacquelyn, was a teacher, and his father, Charles, was a salesman. His middle name, Bowditch, comes from the famous mathematician Nathaniel Bowditch.
After finishing high school in 1971, Morse joined the Boston Repertory Company, a local theater group. He was only 17 years old and spent the next six years acting in plays. In the late 1970s, he moved to New York City to continue his acting career and study at the William Esper Studio.
Career Highlights
Morse has had a long and successful career in movies, television, and theater. He is known for being a versatile actor who can play many different types of roles.
Famous Movie and TV Roles
Morse's first big role was Dr. Jack Morrison on the TV show St. Elsewhere. He played a young doctor who was also a single father. The show was very popular and made him a familiar face to audiences.
After St. Elsewhere, Morse appeared in many movies. He often chose roles that were very different from his part as the kind Dr. Morrison. He played supporting characters in several movies based on Stephen King stories, including The Langoliers, Hearts in Atlantis, and The Green Mile.
In 2006, Morse played Detective Michael Tritter on the TV show House. His performance as the detective who has a grudge against Dr. House earned him his first Emmy Award nomination.
Playing a President
In 2008, Morse took on the role of George Washington in the HBO miniseries John Adams. To look more like the first U.S. president, Morse wore a prosthetic, or fake, nose.
Morse said, "I just kept looking at these portraits and thinking 'this man's face is so commanding.' And I did not feel that my face was very commanding in the way his was. So I convinced them that we should try the nose." His portrayal of Washington was highly praised and earned him his second Emmy nomination. He also provided the voice for the George Washington figure in The Hall of Presidents show at Disney World.
Out of all his films, Morse has said his favorites are The Green Mile, The Crossing Guard, and The Indian Runner.
Success on Stage
Besides his work in film and TV, Morse has continued to act in plays. In 1997, he starred in the Off-Broadway play How I Learned to Drive. His performance as Uncle Peck won him several awards, including a Drama Desk Award and an Obie Award.
He has also appeared on Broadway. He starred in the play The Seafarer from 2007 to 2008. In 2018, he was nominated for a Tony Award for his role in a revival of the play The Iceman Cometh.
Personal Life
Morse married actress and author Susan Wheeler Duff in 1982. They have three children: a daughter and twin sons.
In 1994, his family's home was damaged in the Northridge earthquake in California. After the earthquake, they moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Morse has food sensitivities, which means he has to be careful about what he eats and often prepares his own food.
See also
In Spanish: David Morse para niños
