Michael Shannon is an American actor and musician who has established himself as one of the most respected and sought-after performers in the industry. With a career spanning decades, he has been acclaimed for his complex and nuanced performances in films such as Revolutionary Road (2008), Nocturnal Animals (2016) and The Shape of Water (2017). He has also had memorable roles on television shows such as Boardwalk Empire (2010-2014) and Manhunter (2013).

Michael Shannon. Depostiphotos

Shannon began his career in theater, performing in productions at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theater Company. While working at Steppenwolf he formed a close bond with fellow actors John Malkovich, Gary Sinise and Laurie Metcalf. In 1996, he made his feature film debut in Oliver Stone’s U Turn, followed by a breakout performance in Groundhog Day (1993). He went on to star opposite stars such as Richard Gere in The Jackal (1997), Kevin Spacey in K-pax (2001), Colin Farrell in S.W.A.T. (2003) and Amy Adams...