Michael Emerson

Biography

Born 09/07/1954

Despite having been drawn to comedy at the start of his career, actor Michael Emerson emerged in decidedly creepier roles that later earned him great notoriety. In the beginning, he cut his teeth on the stage, while struggling to earn a living in odd jobs. He gained momentum once he began doing...
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Awards

  • In 2009, received Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series
  • In 2001, received Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series

Highlights

  • In 2006, Cast as the Reverend in the HBO film "The Laramie Project"
  • In 2006, Joined the second season of "Lost" (ABC) as Ben Linus; became a regular cast member in the third season; earned Emmy (2007, 2008) nominations for Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
  • In 2004, Played Zep Hindle in the horror movie "Saw"

Family & Companions

  • wife: moved to Florida with her; divorced c. 1987
  • Carrie Preston: wife (Met while they were performing in a stage production of "Hamlet"; married in September 1998; appeared together in the film "Straight-Jacket" (2004))

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