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Kiefer Sutherland

A legendary actor known for his intense portrayal of Jack Bauer in *24* and President Kirkman in *Designated Survivor* faces the ultimate challenge when a mysterious threat forces him to confront his past and protect the future.

Born

1966

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Awards

In short · Acting since 1984, 5 decades active, 101 credits, 1 Golden Globe Award win.

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Jul 10
In the news
ABC Canceled Kiefer Sutherland's Designated Survivor
“Kiefer Sutherland's political thriller 'Designated Survivor' faced multiple cancellations during its run from 2016 to 2019. ABC canceled the show in 2018, and Netflix canceled it again in 2019 after its third season. The show's ratings declined from Season 1 to Season 2, and Sutherland reportedly had creative disagreements with the showrunner. The move of production to Los Angeles also posed financial challenges for the series.”
2002
Award win
Golden Globe Awards — Golden Globe — Best Actor – Television Series Drama

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Biography

Kiefer William Frederick Dempsey George Rufus Sutherland is a British‑Canadian actor known for his television work. He achieved widespread recognition portraying Jack Bauer in the Fox drama series 24, a role that earned him a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. He later played President Tom Kirkman in the ABC political drama Designated Survivor.

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