Tony Goldwyn

Anthony Howard Goldwyn, commonly known as Tony Goldwyn, was born on May 20, 1960. He is a multifaceted American actor, director, producer, and political advocate. Goldwyn is best recognized for his compelling performances, notably as Carl Bruner in the iconic film Ghost (1990) and as President Fitzgerald Grant III in the acclaimed ABC series Scandal (2012-2018). His role in Ghost garnered him a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, marking a significant turning point in his career.

Goldwyn has also made notable appearances in various films, including his portrayal of district attorney Nicholas Baxter in Law & Order, Colonel Bagley in The Last Samurai, and Neil Armstrong in the HBO miniseries From the Earth to the Moon (1998). More recently, he appeared as Paul Cohen in King Richard (2021), earning a second Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. His directorial contributions to Scandal contributed to the show's success, earning it a Peabody Award.

Born into a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry—his father, Samuel Goldwyn Jr., was a producer, and his mother, Jennifer Howard, was an actress—Tony Goldwyn carries on a legacy of cinematic talent. His family includes notable figures such as his brothers, John and Peter Goldwyn, both of whom are accomplished producers. Married to production designer Jane Musky since 1987, Goldwyn is the father of two daughters, Anna and Tess, who are also involved in the arts.