History of David Harbour in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 6, 2026

David Harbour is an American actor best known for his role as Jim Hopper in the Netflix series Stranger Things, earning him Emmy nominations. He has also starred in films such as Hellboy, Violent Night, and Gran Turismo. Harbour is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portraying Red Guardian in Black Widow and Thunderbolts*. Additionally, he lends his voice to Eric Frankenstein in the animated series Creature Commandos. Harbour's diverse roles highlight his versatility and established him as a prominent figure in contemporary film and television.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 10, 1975: David Harbour's Birth

On April 10, 1975, David Kenneth Harbour was born. He would later become an American actor known for his roles in 'Stranger Things,' 'Hellboy,' and 'Black Widow'.

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1994: Theater at Monmouth

From 1994, David Harbour performed with The Theater at Monmouth at Cumston Hall in Monmouth, Maine, where he acted in Shakespearian productions.

1997: Dartmouth College Graduation

In 1997, David Harbour graduated from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, where he majored in drama and Italian.

1997: The Theater at Monmouth

Until 1997, David Harbour performed with The Theater at Monmouth at Cumston Hall in Monmouth, Maine, where he acted in Shakespearian productions.

1998: Rounders Inspiration

In 1998, David Harbour knew the gangster who was the basis for John Malkovich's character "Teddy KGB" in the film 'Rounders'.

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1999: Broadway and Television Debut

In 1999, David Harbour made his Broadway debut in the revival of 'The Rainmaker' and his television debut on 'Law & Order'.

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2002: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

In 2002, David Harbour appeared in an episode of 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit', playing a child murderer.

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2005: Tony Award Nomination

In 2005, David Harbour was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in the revival of 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'.

2009: Law & Order: Criminal Intent Role

In 2009, David Harbour received praise for his role as spree killer Paul Devildis in an episode of 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent'.

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2012: The Newsroom Recurring Role

From 2012, David Harbour had the recurring role of Elliot Hirsch in 'The Newsroom'.

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2013: Elementary Role

In 2013, David Harbour had a small role as a head doctor in the television series 'Elementary'.

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2014: Manhattan Recurring Role

In 2014, David Harbour played Dr. Reed Akley in the first season of the historical drama series 'Manhattan'.

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2014: The Newsroom Recurring Role End

Until 2014, David Harbour had the recurring role of Elliot Hirsch in 'The Newsroom'.

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2015: Stranger Things Casting

In 2015, David Harbour was cast as Chief Jim Hopper in the Netflix science fiction horror series 'Stranger Things'.

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2016: Stranger Things Debut

In 2016, David Harbour gained global recognition for his role as Jim Hopper in the Netflix science fiction series 'Stranger Things'.

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2017: Actor Award Win

In 2017, David Harbour won an Actor Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series along with the rest of the cast of 'Stranger Things'.

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2018: Awards Nominations for Stranger Things

In 2018, David Harbour received nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award and the Golden Globe Award for his role in 'Stranger Things'.

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2019: Relationship with Lily Allen

In 2019, David Harbour began a relationship with English singer-songwriter Lily Allen.

2019: Hellboy Title Role

In 2019, David Harbour played the title character in the film 'Hellboy'.

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September 7, 2020: Marriage to Lily Allen

On September 7, 2020, David Harbour married Lily Allen in Las Vegas, in a wedding officiated by an Elvis impersonator.

July 2021: Socialist Views

In July 2021, David Harbour expressed his socialist views, advocating for a 'kindergarten-type society' in an interview with The Guardian regarding his role in 'Black Widow'.

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