Early Life and Education of Vincent D'Onofrio: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Vincent D'Onofrio, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Vincent D'Onofrio is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker, recognized for his versatile performances in both leading and supporting roles across film and television. His contributions to the entertainment industry have earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, solidifying his reputation as a respected and accomplished artist.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1992: Birth of Daughter Leila George

Around 1992, Vincent D'Onofrio's daughter, actress Leila George, was born with Greta Scacchi.

March 22, 1997: Marriage to Carin van der Donk

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

1998: RiverRun International Film Festival Founded

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

1999: Birth of Son with Carin van der Donk

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

2003: Dale Pollock Takes Over RiverRun Film Festival

In 2003, Dale Pollock took over the RiverRun International Film Festival, moving it from Brevard 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 from filming and making his short film, Five Minutes, Mr. Welles.

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.

2008: Birth of Second Son

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

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 Fund and Museum

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 face of the gun control debate, appearing in an ad by the Citizens Crime Commission of New York City.

September 2011: The Funkoars Release "Being Vincent D'Onofrio"

In September 2011, the Australian hip hop band The Funkoars released an album titled The Quickening, featuring the song "Being Vincent D'Onofrio", which is an homage to D'Onofrio's career and his 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, Vincent D'Onofrio discussed plans for further concerts and a George Gerkie documentary to be filmed by Whitney Smith.

2011: Advisory Board Member for Woodstock Film Festival

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

2011: Discusses Dyslexia and Potential Autism Diagnosis

In 2011, Vincent D'Onofrio discussed his dyslexia and his belief that he might have been diagnosed with autism as a child if knowledge of the condition had been more advanced at the time.

February 2012: "Being Vincent D'Onofrio Tour 2012" Announcement

In February 2012, The Funkoars announced their upcoming "Being Vincent D'Onofrio Tour 2012", featuring D'Onofrio's face in place of the band members' on the artwork.