Career Timeline of Vincent D'Onofrio: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Vincent D'Onofrio made an impact.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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