Gary Sinise - wikipedia Gary Sinise Gary Sinise Sinise in 2011 Gary Alan Sinise ( 1955 - 03 - 17 ) March 17, 1955 ( age 63 ) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Alma mater Illinois State University Occupation Actor, director, musician Years active 1973 ( 1973 ) -- present Notable work George Milton in Of Mice and Men Lt. Dan Taylor in Forrest Gump Ken Mattingly in Apollo 13 Harry S. Truman in Truman Jimmy Shaker in Ransom Det. Mac Taylor on CSI : NY Political party Republican Spouse ( s ) Moira Harris ( m. 1981 ) Children Gary Alan Sinise ( / sɪˈniːs / ; born March 17, 1955 ) is an American actor, director and musician. Among other awards, he has won an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame and has been nominated for an Academy Award. Sinise is known for several memorable roles. These include George Milton in Of Mice and Men, Lieutenant Dan Taylor in Forrest Gump ( for which he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor ), Harry S. Truman in Truman ( for which he won a Golden Globe ), Ken Mattingly in Apollo 13, Detective Jimmy Shaker in Ransom, Detective Mac Taylor in the CBS series CSI : NY ( 2004 -- 13 ), and George C. Wallace in the television film George Wallace ( for which he won an Emmy ). From 2016 to 2017, Sinise starred as Special Agent Jack Garrett in Criminal Minds : Beyond Borders. Contents 1 Early life 2 Career 3 Other work 4 Personal life 5 Politics 6 Filmography 6.1 Film 6.2 Television 7 Awards and nominations 8 Honors 9 References 10 External links Early Life Sinise was born in Blue Island, Illinois, son of Robert L. Sinise ( born 1928 ), a film editor, and his wife Mylles ( Alsip ) Sinise ( born 1928 ). His paternal grandfather was of Italian descent, Sinise 's great - grandfather Vito Sinisi having immigrated from Ripacandida. Sinise briefly attended Glenbard West High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and later graduated from Highland Park High School in Highland Park, Illinois, followed by Illinois State University. In 1974, Sinise and two friends, Terry Kinney and Jeff Perry, founded the Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Since then, Steppenwolf has showcased the talents of notable actors such as Joan Allen, Kevin Anderson, Gary Cole, Ethan Hawke, Glenne Headly, John Mahoney, John Malkovich, Laurie Metcalf, Martha Plimpton, Jim True - Frost, and most recently William Petersen. Sinise honed his acting and directing skills at Steppenwolf, and received a Joseph Jefferson Award for his direction of Lyle Kessler 's play Orphans. That took him from Chicago to New York City, and then to London 's West End, where he worked on more than thirty of the company 's productions. Career Sinise on the set of Forrest Gump, in 1993 In 1982, Sinise 's career began to take off when he directed and starred in Steppenwolf 's production of True West. In 1983, he earned an Obie Award for his direction, and a year later appeared with John Malkovich in the PBS ' American Playhouse production of the play. In 1988, Sinise directed Miles from Home, a film starring Richard Gere, about two brothers ' fight against the foreclosure of the family farm. Sinise collaborated with fellow actor Tom Hanks three times, including Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, and The Green Mile. Other noteworthy films in which Sinise has appeared include Of Mice and Men ( which he directed ), Reindeer Games, Snake Eyes, Ransom, Mission to Mars, The Stand and Impostor. He narrated the audiobooks for John Steinbeck 's Travels with Charley. In 2004, he began his first regular television series, in the crime drama CSI : New York, in which he plays Detective Mac Taylor. He was credited as a producer from season two onwards and wrote the storyline of an episode. Several episodes have allowed Sinise to demonstrate his musical prowess, including a season - two episode where Mac Taylor plays the bass guitar in a jazz club with musicians Kimo and Carol Williams and Danny Gottlieb, members of the Lt. Dan Band, which Sinise and Kimo Williams co-founded in 2003. The band is named for Sinise 's character in Forrest Gump. Apart from his television and movie work, Sinise is the host in the video for the Epcot ride Mission : SPACE, at Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida, and a model for Baume & Mercier watches. He co-founded Operation Iraqi Children. Sinise said, `` Iraq is in the news every day, and most of it is bad. But there are some positive stories. And how our soldiers are rebuilding schools and helping kids is one of them. '' Sinise was the narrator for the Discovery Channel 's miniseries When We Left Earth in 2008. He was awarded the Presidential Citizen Medal by George W. Bush for work he did supporting the U.S. military and humanitarian work supporting Iraqi children. He narrated Army and Army Reserve Army Strong recruitment ads in late 2008. He is also the national spokesperson for the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial. Sinise is the executive producer -- along with David Scantling -- of the Iraq War documentary Brothers at War. The film features an American military family and the experiences of three brothers : Jake Rademacher, Isaac Rademacher, and Joseph Rademacher. In November 2009, Sinise narrated the highly acclaimed World War II in HD on the History Channel. In 2010, he narrated the World War II documentary Missions That Changed The War on the Military Channel. In late 2002, he started the Cadillac commercials starting with the 2002 -- 2003 Season 's Best commercial and has been with the Break Through campaign since it started the campaign in the 2002 Super Bowl with Led Zeppelin 's `` Rock and Roll '' then ended in late 2006. In 2009, Sinise lent his voice talents in the Thomas Nelson audio Bible production known as The Word of Promise, playing the character of David. On April 17, 2017, Sinise received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his work in the television industry, located at 6664 Hollywood Boulevard. On Oct 30, 2017, Sinise was selected as Grand Marshal of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan 1, 2018. Other work Sinise is a supporter of various veterans ' organizations, both personally and through the Lt. Dan Band. He frequently performs on USO tours at military bases around the world, and volunteered for the National Vietnam Veterans Arts Museum now called the National Veterans Art Museum. On June 8, 2011, he put on a space suit to become one of the few people to fly in a U-2 spy plane up to 70,000 feet. Sinise is also on the Advisory Council of Hope For The Warriors, a national nonprofit dedicated to provide a full cycle of nonmedical care to combat - wounded service members, their families, and families of the fallen from each military branch. In December 2011, Sinise was the narrator at the Candelight Processional at Disneyland. In August 2012, Sinise was honored at the United States Navy Memorial, by Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy ( MCPON ) Rick West, and was made an honorary U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer for his efforts in helping veterans. On August 29, 2013, he was named an honorary Marine by the Commandant of the Marine Corps. In 2006, Sinise began co-hosting the National Memorial Day Concert on the Mall in Washington, D.C., with actor and Illinois native Joe Mantegna. He serves as the national spokesperson for the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial and spends much of his time raising awareness for the memorial and other veterans ' service organizations. In 2012, he was honored by the Joe Foss Institute for his dedication to veterans. In 2013, he was awarded the third highest honor within the Department of the Army Civilian Awards, the Outstanding Civilian Service Award, for substantial contributions to the U.S. Army community through his work with the Gary Sinise Foundation. He participated in Troopathon VI for 2013, as he has in the past, to help raise money for care packages for American troops. He received 2015 's Sylvanus Thayer Award, awarded by the West Point Association of Graduates to a non-West Point graduate whose character, service, and achievements reflect the ideals prized by the U.S. Military Academy. Personal Life Sinise playing bass guitar in the Lt. Dan Band Sinise married actress Moira Harris in 1981. They have three children : Sophie ( b. 1988 ), McCanna Anthony ( b. 1990 ), and Ella ( b. 1992 ). In 2003, Sinise was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters by Amherst College He has been awarded the U.S. Presidential Citizens Medal. Sinise is a devoted fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Bears. Politics Sinise 's name was in an advertisement in the Los Angeles Times ( August 17, 2006 ) that condemned Hamas and Hezbollah and supported Israel in the 2006 Israel - Lebanon conflict. In June 2008, Sinise donated $2,300 to the Republican presidential primary campaign of Arizona Senator John McCain. Nicolle Wallace, a former adviser to George W. Bush and the presidential campaign of John McCain, stated in May 2009 that she believed Sinise could help bring about a resurgence of the Republican Party. Wallace stated, `` The natural strengths that an actor brings to politics would come in handy to anyone going up against Obama in 2012. We will need an effective communicator who can stand toe to toe with Obama 's eloquence. '' Other names mentioned were those of Generals David Petraeus and Ray Odierno. Sinise narrates the online virtual tour for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and spoke at the centennial celebration of Reagan 's birth at the library in February 2011. In September 2012, Sinise donated to Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney. Sinise 's Republican leaning has been written into his character of Mac Taylor who has a picture of Ronald Reagan displayed in his office, and is once the subject of a joke by one of his colleagues about an eight - hour documentary about Reagan he keeps watching over and over. Sinise hosted a 10 - minute online video tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on its website. Although a staunch supporter of the Republican Party, Sinise refused to vote or show support for Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election. After Trump insulted John McCain during his campaign, questioning McCain 's bravery because he was captured as a prisoner of war, Sinise rebuked Trump. Filmography Film Year Title : Role : Notes 1978 A Wedding Extra Uncredited Miles from Home Directed 1992 Of Mice and Men George Milton Also directed 1992 Midnight Clear, AA Midnight Clear Vance ' Mother ' Wilkins 1992 Witness, The The Witness Young Soldier Short film The Stand Stu Redman 1994 Forrest Gump Lieutenant Dan Taylor 1995 Apollo 13 Ken Mattingly 1995 Quick and the Dead, The The Quick and the Dead The Marshal Ransom Detective Jimmy Shaker Albino Alligator Milo 1998 Snake Eyes Commander Kevin Dunne 1999 Green Mile, The The Green Mile Burt Hammersmith 1999 It 's the Rage Morgan 2000 Bruno Dino Battaglia 2000 Mission to Mars Jim McConnell 2000 Reindeer Games Gabriel Mercer 2002 Impostor Spencer Olham Also producer 2002 A Gentleman 's Game Foster Pearse 2002 Made - Up Duncan Tivey 2003 Human Stain, The The Human Stain Nathan Zuckerman 2003 Mission : SPACE Capcom Short film Forgotten, The The Forgotten Dr. Jack Munce Big Bounce, The The Big Bounce Ray Ritchie 2005 Magnificent Desolation : Walking on the Moon 3D Gene Cernan Voice role 2006 Open Season Shaw Voice role 2011 None Less Than Heroes : The Honor Flight Story Narrator Video documentary 2011 Lt. Dan Band : For The Common Good Himself Documentary 2014 Captain America : The Winter Soldier Smithsonian Narrator Voice role 2016 Beyond Glory Military Voice Voice role Television Year Title Role Notes 1980 Knots Landing Lee Maddox Episode : `` Small Surprises '' 1984 Family Secrets Motorcyclist Movie 1984 True West Austin American Playhouse broadcast of play 1986, 1987 Crime Story Howie Dressler 2 episodes 1989 Final Days, The The Final Days Richard Ben - Veniste Movie 1989 Hunter Lord Rutherford Episode : `` Lullabye '' 1989 My Name Is Bill W. Ebby, Bill 's best friend Hallmark Hall of Fame movie 1991 Grapes of Wrath, The The Grapes of Wrath Tom Joad American Playhouse broadcast of play 1994 Stand, The The Stand Stu Redman Miniseries ; 4 episodes 1995 Truman Harry S. Truman Movie 1995 Frasier Sid Episode : `` The Club '' ; voice only 1997 George Wallace George C. Wallace Movie 1999 That Championship Season Tom Daley Movie 2002 Path to War George Wallace Movie ; uncredited 2003 Fallen Angel Terry Movie 2005 CSI : Miami Detective Mac Taylor Episode : `` MIA / NYC NonStop '' Episode : `` Felony Flight '' 2004 -- 2013 CSI : NY Detective Mac Taylor All 197 episodes 2008 When We Left Earth Narrator Documentary miniseries ; all 6 episodes 2009 WWII in HD Narrator Documentary miniseries ; all 10 episodes 2013 CSI : Crime Scene Investigation Detective Mac Taylor Episode : `` In Vino Veritas '' 2010 -- 2012 Missions That Changed the War Narrator All 14 episodes 2015 Criminal Minds Agent Jack Garrett Episode : `` Beyond Borders '' 2016 -- 2017 Criminal Minds : Beyond Borders Agent Jack Garrett Lead role ; also producer Awards and nominations Year Association Nominated work Result 1994 National Board of Review Best Supporting Actor Forrest Gump Won Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor Forrest Gump Won Academy Awards Best Supporting Actor Forrest Gump Nominated Chicago Film Critics Association Best Supporting Actor Forrest Gump Nominated Dallas - Fort Worth Film Critics Association Best Supporting Actor Forrest Gump Nominated Golden Globe Awards Best Supporting Actor -- Motion Picture Forrest Gump Nominated Screen Actors Guild Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role Forrest Gump Nominated Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie The Stand Nominated 1995 Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture Apollo 13 Won CableACE Awards Best Actor in a Movie or Miniseries Truman Won Golden Globe Awards Best Actor -- Miniseries or Television Film Truman Won Screen Actors Guild Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie Truman Won Primetime Emmy Award Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie Truman Nominated 1997 CableACE Awards CableACE Award for Best Actor in a Movie or Miniseries George Wallace Won Primetime Emmy Award Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie George Wallace Won Satellite Awards Best Actor -- Miniseries or Television Film George Wallace Won Screen Actors Guild Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie George Wallace Won Golden Globe Awards Best Actor -- Miniseries or Television Film George Wallace Nominated 2017 The Catholic University of America James Cardinal Gibbons Medal Work on behalf of military veterans and families ; humanitarian work Won Honors 24 August 2012 United States Navy, Honorary Chief Petty Officer 29 August 2013, Honorary Marine 23 March 2016 FDNY, Honorary Battalion Chief References Jump up ^ http://www.biography.com/people/gary-sinise-9542585 Jump up ^ `` Gary Sinise Awarded Walk of Fame Star For Acting, Pro-Military Activism ''. 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Question: who played lieutenant dan in the 1994 film forrest gump
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