“I know I'm not some matinee idol, but I think we're sold this bill of goods by the media, which says that only the most beautiful and dashing people can become movie stars. So when someone like me sneaks in, they have to redo the calculations.”

American actor

John Christopher Reilly is an American actor known for character roles in both independent films and studio productions. He has worked across film, television, and stage, and his career has brought him nominations across several major awards. Reilly is recognized for taking leading and supporting parts in a wide range of projects. He is also one of only two people to have been nominated for an Emmy Award, a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, and a Tony Award without winning any of them.