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Richard Jenkins (born May 4, 1947) is an American film, television, and stage actor known for his versatile performances in independent and mainstream cinema. Born in Decatur, Illinois, he graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University and began his career in theater. Jenkins gained acclaim for his role as Nathaniel Fisher in the HBO series Six Feet Under (2001-2005) and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Giles in The Shape of Water (2017). With over 80 film credits, including O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), The Visitor (2007), and The Banker (2020), he is celebrated as a master of subtle, naturalistic acting. Jenkins is widely regarded as one of Hollywood's most respected character actors. more