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John Soursby Glover, Jr. (born August 7, 1944) is a talented American actor. He has starred in many movies, TV shows, and plays. You might know him from films like RoboCop 2 and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. He also played Lionel Luther in the TV series Smallville. In 1995, he won a special award called a Tony Award for his work on stage.

About John Glover

His Early Life

John Glover was born in Kingston, New York, on August 7, 1944. He grew up in a town called Salisbury, Maryland. John went to Wicomico High School and later studied at Towson University. These experiences helped him prepare for his acting career.

His Acting Career

John Glover has had a long and successful career. He has appeared in many popular films. These include Scrooged, Batman & Robin, and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. He is also well-known for his role as Lionel Luther. This character was a main part of the TV show Smallville.

John Glover is also a respected stage actor. He has performed in many plays. In 1995, he received a Tony Award. This award is one of the highest honors for actors on Broadway. It recognized his excellent work in theater.

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