D.W. Moffett

Biography

Donald Warren "D.W." Moffett, born on October 26, 1954, is a versatile American actor known for his work across film, stage, and television. He embarked on his acting journey in Chicago's theater scene, which paved the way for his prominent role in the original New York City production of Larry Kramer's groundbreaking play, The Normal Heart, in 1985. That same year, he also appeared in the Broadway production of The Boys of Winter.

Moffett made his cinematic debut in 1987 with Bob Rafelson's thriller Black Widow, and he gained notoriety for his chilling portrayal of a serial killer in the 1990 film Lisa. His diverse roles continued with a supporting part in Bernardo Bertolucci's 1996 drama, Stealing Beauty. From 1998 to 2002, he starred in the television series For Your Love, and his filmography expanded further with notable appearances in Steven Soderbergh's Traffic (2000), which earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, and the coming-of-age film Thirteen (2003).

Moffett enjoyed a significant recurring role in the NBC drama series Friday Night Lights from 2008, appearing over two seasons. His talent shone brightly as he played John Kennish in the ABC Family series Switched at Birth from 2011 to 2017, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.