History of Vincent D'Onofrio in Timeline

Vincent D'Onofrio is an American actor and filmmaker recognized for his diverse roles in film and television. He has garnered critical acclaim throughout his career, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1992: Birth of daughter Leila George

Around 1992, Vincent D'Onofrio and actress Greta Scacchi had a daughter, actress Leila George.

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, his father Gene, and his 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: Change in Leadership and Location of RiverRun Film Festival

In 2003, Dale Pollock, former film producer, took over the RiverRun International Film Festival. He moved it from Brevard, North Carolina, to Winston-Salem.

November 10, 2004: Collapse on Law & Order: Criminal Intent Set

On November 10, 2004, Vincent D'Onofrio collapsed on the set of Law & Order: Criminal Intent. A few days later he collapsed again at home, which was attributed to exhaustion from 14-hour work days filming Criminal Intent and producing his short film Five Minutes, Mr. Welles.

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2008: Birth of Second Son

In 2008, Vincent D'Onofrio and Carin van der Donk had their second son after reconciling following a brief separation.

2008: Hosting events for Utah Meth Cops Project

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

October 27, 2009: Musical Debut as George Geronimo Gerkie

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

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

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

2009: Spokesperson for Utah Meth Cops Project

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

May 28, 2010: Appearance at "Don't Go in the Woods" premiere

On May 28, 2010, Vincent D'Onofrio appeared as George Geronimo Gerkie at the premiere of his movie Don't Go in the Woods, held at Joe's Pub.

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July 22, 2010: Concert at Joe's Pub to benefit Utah Meth Cops project

On July 22, 2010, Vincent D'Onofrio held a concert at Joe's Pub as George Geronimo Gerkie. The proceeds from the event went to 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: Gun Control Advocacy

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 to urge a ban on large-capacity ammunition magazines.

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

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

November 11, 2011: Plans for George Gerkie Documentary

On November 11, 2011, while teaching at the Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy, Vincent D'Onofrio discussed his plans for future concerts and a George Gerkie documentary to be filmed by Whitney Smith, the director of Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston.

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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: D'Onofrio discusses his dyslexia and potential autism diagnosis

In 2011, Vincent D'Onofrio stated he is dyslexic, and he believes he might have been diagnosed with autism as a child if knowledge of the condition had been more advanced at the time.

February 2012: The Funkoars announce "Being Vincent D'Onofrio Tour 2012"

In February 2012, The Funkoars announced their upcoming "Being Vincent D'Onofrio Tour 2012" featuring artwork that used D'Onofrio's face instead of the band member's faces.

August 9, 2012: Narrator of "Heroes Behind The Badge"

On August 9, 2012, Vincent D'Onofrio was chosen to narrate the documentary Heroes Behind The Badge (2012).

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November 13, 2012: Joined Cast of "Clive"

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

2012: End of service as Spokesperson for Utah Meth Cops Project

In 2012, Vincent D'Onofrio finished serving as the spokesperson for the Utah Meth Cops Project.

2012: Teaching at Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute

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"

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

2013: Release of Heroes Behind The Badge: Sacrifice and Survival

In the fall of 2013, the follow-up documentary to Heroes Behind The Badge, subtitled Sacrifice and Survival, was released.

2014: Release of "I'm a Hamster"

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

March 2015: Release of full album with Dana Lyn

In March 2015, Vincent D'Onofrio and Dana Lyn released their full avant-garde spoken-word album, available for purchase on their website.

2020: Sean Penn marries Leila George

In 2020, Vincent D'Onofrio's daughter, Leila George, married actor Sean Penn.

August 2022: Announcement of "Pigs Can't Look Up"

In August 2022, Vincent D'Onofrio announced the upcoming publication of a children's book titled Pigs Can't Look Up, based on his viral tweet about pigs.

2022: Divorce of Leila George and Sean Penn

In 2022, Leila George and Sean Penn divorced.

May 2023: Publication of "Pigs Can't Look Up"

In May 2023, Vincent D'Onofrio's children's book, Pigs Can't Look Up, was published, expanding on his original viral tweet with a character committed to acts of kindness.