History of Vincent D'Onofrio in Timeline

Vincent D'Onofrio is a prolific American actor and filmmaker recognized for his diverse range of supporting and leading roles across film and television. His work has earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, highlighting his contributions to the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

March 22, 1997: Marriage to Carin van der Donk

On March 22, 1997, Vincent D'Onofrio married Dutch model Carin van der Donk.

1998: Founding of RiverRun International Film Festival

In 1998, Vincent D'Onofrio, along with his father Gene and sister Elizabeth, founded the RiverRun International Film Festival in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

1999: Birth of First Son

In 1999, Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk had their first son.

2003: RiverRun Film Festival Transition

In 2003, Dale Pollock took over the RiverRun International Film Festival, moving it from Brevard, North Carolina, to Winston-Salem.

November 10, 2004: Collapse on Law & Order Set

On November 10, 2004, Vincent D'Onofrio collapsed on the set of Law & Order: Criminal Intent due to exhaustion.

2008: Birth of Second Son

In 2008, Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk had their second son.

2008: Hosting Events for Utah Meth Cops Project

In 2008, Vincent D'Onofrio and his sister Toni began hosting events to raise money for the Utah Meth Cops Project.

October 27, 2009: Musical Debut at Joe's Pub

On October 27, 2009, Vincent D'Onofrio made his musical debut as comedic country singer George Geronimo Gerkie at Joe's Pub in New York City.

December 6, 2009: Appearance at Matt Pinfield's Holiday Extravaganza Show

On December 6, 2009, Vincent D'Onofrio, as George Geronimo Gerkie, appeared at Matt Pinfield's Holiday Extravaganza Show held at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom.

2009: Spokesperson for Utah Meth Cops Project

In 2009, Vincent D'Onofrio became the spokesperson for the Utah Meth Cops Project.

2010: Spokesperson for National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

Since 2010, Vincent D'Onofrio has been the spokesperson for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and Museum.

February 2011: Public Face of Gun Control Debate

In February 2011, Vincent D'Onofrio became a public advocate for gun control, appearing in an ad by the Citizens Crime Commission of New York City.

September 2011: Release of "Being Vincent D'Onofrio" song

In September 2011, the Australian hip hop band The Funkoars released an album titled The Quickening, which featured the song "Being Vincent D'Onofrio" as an homage to his career and work on Law and Order: Criminal Intent.

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November 11, 2011: Plans for George Gerkie Documentary

On November 11, 2011, while teaching at Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy, Vincent D'Onofrio discussed plans for future concerts and a George Gerkie documentary to be filmed by Whitney Smith.

2011: Advisory Board Member of Woodstock Film Festival

In 2011, Vincent D'Onofrio became a member of the advisory board for the Woodstock Film Festival.

2011: Discussing Potential Autism Diagnosis

In 2011, Vincent D'Onofrio stated that he believes he might have been diagnosed with autism as a child if the condition had been better understood at the time.

August 9, 2012: Narrator of Heroes Behind The Badge

On August 9, 2012, it was announced that Vincent D'Onofrio would narrate the documentary, Heroes Behind The Badge. The film follows the stories of fallen officers and their families.

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November 13, 2012: Cast in Off-Broadway Production Clive

On November 13, 2012, Vincent D'Onofrio joined the cast of the off-Broadway production Clive.

2012: End of Spokesperson Role

In 2012, Vincent D'Onofrio concluded his role as the spokesperson for the Utah Meth Cops Project.

2012: Teaching at Lee Strasberg Theatre

In 2012, Vincent D'Onofrio returned to teach at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, where his daughter was a student.

February 7, 2013: Opening of Clive at The New Group

On February 7, 2013, Clive, starring Vincent D'Onofrio, opened at The New Group at Theatre Row. The play is based on Baal by Bertolt Brecht.

2014: Release of "I'm a Hamster" single

In 2014, Vincent D'Onofrio released the single "I'm a Hamster" as part of an avant-garde spoken-word project with Dana Lyn, gaining attention on social media.

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