Michael Shannon is a highly acclaimed American actor known for his intense and versatile performances. He has garnered significant recognition, including two Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor for his roles in "Revolutionary Road" (2008) and "Nocturnal Animals" (2016). Additionally, he received nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Golden Globe Award for his performance in "99 Homes" (2014), solidifying his reputation as a compelling and respected figure in the film industry.
On August 7, 1974, Michael Corbett Shannon was born. He is an American actor.
In 1993, Michael Shannon made his film debut in Groundhog Day as a wedding groom.
In 1996, Michael Shannon originated the role of Peter Evans in the play Bug.
In 1999, Michael Shannon appeared in the film Jesus' Son.
In 2002, Michael Shannon formed the indie rock band Corporal.
In 2002, Michael Shannon started dating actress Kate Arrington.
In 2003, Michael Shannon appeared in the movie Kangaroo Jack.
In 2006, Michael Shannon appeared in Let's Go to Prison, playing a white supremacist leader.
In 2006, Michael Shannon starred in the film adaptation of Bug, reprising his role.
In 2007, Michael Shannon appeared in the film Before the Devil Knows You're Dead.
In 2007, Michael Shannon began his collaboration with director Jeff Nichols in the film Shotgun Stories, receiving praise for his performance.
In 2008, Michael Shannon received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Revolutionary Road.
In 2008, Michael Shannon starred in the film Revolutionary Road, earning critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.
In 2008, Michael Shannon was featured in The Little Flower of East Orange, directed by Philip Seymour Hoffman.
In 2008, Michael Shannon's daughter Sylvia was born.
In 2009, Michael Shannon performed in the play Mistakes Were Made at A Red Orchid Theatre in Chicago.
In 2010, Michael Shannon's band, Corporal, released its self-titled debut album.
In 2011, Corporal released its first track, "Glory".
In 2011, Michael Shannon appeared in the film Take Shelter, directed by Jeff Nichols.
In 2011, Michael Shannon's daughter Marion was born.
On February 27, 2012, performances of Mistakes Were Made at the Barrow Street Theatre in New York City concluded.
In June 2012, Corporal released the song "Obama" as an endorsement of President Obama's run for reelection.
In 2012, Michael Shannon appeared in the film The Iceman.
In 2012, Michael Shannon made his Broadway debut in the play Grace.
In 2012, Michael Shannon played a corrupt cop in the film Premium Rush and appeared on Broadway in Grace.
In 2013, Michael Shannon played General Zod in the DC Extended Universe film Man of Steel.
In 2013, Michael Shannon starred as Richard Kuklinski in The Iceman and as General Zod in Man of Steel.
In 2014, Michael Shannon received Screen Actors Guild Award and Golden Globe Award nominations for his role in 99 Homes.
In 2015, Michael Shannon appeared in the film The Night Before.
In 2015, Michael Shannon performed in Freeheld, 99 Homes, and The Night Before, earning nominations for 99 Homes.
In 2016, Michael Shannon appeared in both Midnight Special and Loving, both directed by Jeff Nichols.
In 2016, Michael Shannon received his second Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, for his role in Nocturnal Animals.
In 2016, Michael Shannon starred in Nocturnal Animals, receiving critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination, and portrayed Elvis Presley in Elvis & Nixon.
In 2017, Michael Shannon appeared in the film The Shape of Water.
Towards the end of 2017, Michael Shannon married actress Kate Arrington.
In 2018, Michael Shannon played Gary Noesner in Waco on Paramount Network.
In 2019, Michael Shannon appeared in the film Knives Out.
In 2021, Michael Shannon played Napoleon Marconi in the Hulu miniseries Nine Perfect Strangers.
In April 2022, a follow-up series to Waco, titled American Tragedies: Waco – The Trials was announced.
In 2022, Michael Shannon starred in Showtime's George & Tammy, receiving an Emmy nomination.
In February 2023, the series was retitled Waco: The Aftermath and would instead premiere on Showtime on April 16, 2023.
On April 16, 2023, Waco: The Aftermath premiered on Showtime, with Michael Shannon reprising his lead role.
On August 7, 2023, the Chicago City Council designated the date as "National Michael Shannon Day" in Chicago.
In 2023, Michael Shannon appeared in The Bikeriders and reprised his role as General Zod in The Flash.
In 2023, Michael Shannon reprised his role as General Zod in The Flash.