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Kyle MacLachlan ( mək-LOK-lən, né McLachlan; February 22, 1959) is an American actor. He is best known for his collaborations with David Lynch, having portrayed his role as Dale Cooper thrice in Twin Peaks (1990–1991, 2017), which won him a Golden Globe and nominations for two Primetime Emmy Awards, and its film prequel Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992), as well as playing Paul Atreides in Dune (1984) and Jeffrey Beaumont in Blue Velvet (1986). MacLachlan's other film roles include Lloyd Gallagher in The Hidden (1987), Ray Manzarek in The Doors (1991), Cliff Vandercave in The Flintstones (1994), Zack Carey in Showgirls (1995), and Riley's father in the two films of the Inside Out film series (2015, 2024). In addition to Twin Peaks, MacLachlan has had prominent roles on television such as Trey MacDougal on Sex and the City (2000–2002), Orson Hodge on Desperate Housewives (2006–2012), The Captain on How I Met Your Mother (2010–2014) and How I Met Your Father (2022), the Mayor of Portland on Portlandia (2011–2018), Calvin Johnson on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2014–2015), and Hank MacLean on Fallout (2024–present).

Quick facts about Kyle MacLachlan

  • Full name: Kyle MacLachlan
  • Born: 1959-02-22
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q207506

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Who is Kyle MacLachlan?

Kyle MacLachlan ( mək-LOK-lən, né McLachlan; February 22, 1959) is an American actor.

What nationality is Kyle MacLachlan?

Kyle MacLachlan is United States.

When was Kyle MacLachlan born?

Kyle MacLachlan was born on 1959-02-22.

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