Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Harry Hamlin

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Harry Hamlin made an impact.

Harry Hamlin is an American actor, author, and entrepreneur widely recognized for his role as Perseus in 'Clash of the Titans' and Michael Kuzak in the legal drama 'L.A. Law', earning him three Golden Globe nominations. He also garnered a Primetime Emmy nomination for his recurring role as Jim Cutler in the AMC series 'Mad Men.' Beyond acting, he is also involved in writing and business ventures, adding another dimension to his career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1968: Season 6 of Mad Men

Beginning on April 28, 2013, Hamlin appeared in several episodes of season six (1968) of Mad Men as ad executive Jim Cutler after the merger of Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce and Cutler Gleason and Chaough.

1976: Appearance in Taming of the Shrew

In 1976, Harry Hamlin appeared in the television production of "Taming of the Shrew".

1976: Master of Fine Arts Degree

In 1976, Harry Hamlin was awarded a Master of Fine Arts degree in acting from the American Conservatory Theater's advanced actor training program.

1978: Golden Globe Nomination for Movie Movie

In 1978, Harry Hamlin received his first Golden Globe Award nomination for his role in "Movie Movie" with George C. Scott.

1979: Starred in Studs Lonigan

In 1979, Harry Hamlin starred in the television miniseries "Studs Lonigan".

1981: Role as Perseus in Clash of the Titans

In 1981, Harry Hamlin gained recognition for his role as Perseus in the fantasy film "Clash of the Titans".

1982: Broadway Debut

In 1982, Harry Hamlin made his Broadway debut playing Moe Axelrod opposite Frances McDormand in the Broadway revival of Clifford Odets' "Awake and Sing!".

1982: Role in Making Love

In 1982, Harry Hamlin starred in "Making Love", a controversial film and the first gay-themed love story to be produced by a major studio, Twentieth Century Fox.

1983: Role in Blue Skies Again

In 1983, Harry Hamlin starred in "Blue Skies Again".

1984: Appeared in Master of the Game

In 1984, Harry Hamlin returned to television, appearing in the miniseries "Master of the Game", based on the novel by Sidney Sheldon.

1985: Appearance in Space

In 1985, Harry Hamlin appeared in the miniseries "Space", based on the novel by James A. Michener.

1986: Joined L.A. Law

In 1986, Harry Hamlin joined the NBC legal drama series "L.A. Law", playing attorney Michael Kuzak.

1991: Left L.A. Law

In 1991, Harry Hamlin left the series "L.A. Law" at the end of the fifth season, during which time he had received three nominations for Best Actor in a Television Series - Drama by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

1991: Appearance in Voices That Care

In early 1991, Harry Hamlin appeared in the music video and sang in the choir on the song "Voices That Care", which supported U.S. troops during Operation Desert Storm.

1992: Guest Starred in Batman: The Animated Series

In 1992, Harry Hamlin guest-starred in two episodes of "Batman: The Animated Series" as Cameron Kaiser and Anthony Romulus.

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1994: Helen Hayes Award Nomination

In 1994, Harry Hamlin received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for his portrayal of the title role in "Henry V" at the Shakespeare Theater Company in Washington, D.C.

1995: Participated in The Celluloid Closet

In 1995, Harry Hamlin participated in the documentary film, "The Celluloid Closet", where he discussed his role in the film "Making Love".

1996: Returned to Broadway

In 1996, Harry Hamlin returned to Broadway as Michael Buchanan in Tennessee Williams' "Summer and Smoke" at the Roundabout Theater.

2001: Starred in Bratty Babies

In 2001, Harry Hamlin starred in the television comedy "Bratty Babies".

2002: Reprised Role in L.A. Law Reunion

In 2002, Harry Hamlin reprised the role of Michael Kuzak in an "L.A. Law" reunion television film.

2004: Recurring Role on Veronica Mars

In 2004, Harry Hamlin began a recurring role on the television series "Veronica Mars" as Aaron Echolls.

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2006: Dancing with the Stars

In 2006, Harry Hamlin took part in the third season of "Dancing with the Stars" with Ashly DelGrosso but was voted off in the third week.

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2007: Reprising Perseus Role in God of War II

In 2007, Harry Hamlin reprised his role as Perseus in the Santa Monica Studio video game "God of War II".

December 4, 2008: Signed Deal for Harry Loves Lisa

On December 4, 2008, it was reported that Harry Hamlin and Lisa Rinna signed a deal to create a reality television series called "Harry Loves Lisa" based around their family life.

2009: Starred in Harper's Island

In 2009, Harry Hamlin starred in the series "Harper's Island" as Uncle Marty, who was killed abruptly in the first episode.

June 2010: Guest-Starred in Army Wives

In June 2010, Harry Hamlin guest-starred in an episode of "Army Wives" and became a recurring cast member.

June 2010: Starred in You Lucky Dog

In June 2010, Harry Hamlin starred in the Hallmark Channel film "You Lucky Dog".

October 6, 2010: Harry Loves Lisa Premiered

On October 6, 2010, "Harry Loves Lisa", a reality television series developed by TV Land, premiered.

2010: Authored Full Frontal Nudity

In 2010, Harry Hamlin authored "Full Frontal Nudity: The Making of an Accidental Actor", published by Scribner, where he shares stories of his early life before becoming a film actor.