Dallas Roberts

Biography

Dallas Mark Roberts, born on May 10, 1970, in Houston, Texas, is a distinguished American actor known for his impressive work on both stage and screen. A proud alumnus of the Juilliard School, Roberts has made a significant mark in New York City's vibrant theater scene. His Off-Broadway credentials include notable performances in the revival of Lanford Wilson's "Burn This," alongside Edward Norton and Catherine Keener, and Adam Rapp's "Nocturne," which earned him a Drama Desk nomination. He also starred in Caryl Churchill's thought-provoking play "A Number," sharing the stage with acclaimed actors Sam Shepard and Arliss Howard.

Though he was initially cast to make his Broadway debut as Tom Wingfield in Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," he was replaced by Christian Slater during rehearsals. On the film front, Roberts has appeared in significant roles, including the adaptation of Michael Cunningham's "A Home at the End of the World" with Colin Farrell and Robin Wright Penn, as well as supporting roles in "Walk the Line" and "The Notorious Bettie Page." He also gained recognition for his recurring role on the Showtime series "The L Word" and starred as Miles Fiedler in the AMC series "Rubicon," where he portrayed a brilliant intelligence analyst. Additionally, he guest-starred on CBS's "The Good Wife" as Alicia Florrick's brother. Roberts is married to scenic designer Christine Jones, and the couple has two sons.