John Henry Cox

John Henry Cox, born on December 18, 1951, is an accomplished actor celebrated for his performances in various television and film productions, including "West New York" (1996), "My Own Love Song" (2010), and "House of Cards" (2014).

Cox grew up in a family rooted in education and religion, with his mother Lois as a teacher and his father Henry serving as a Southern Baptist minister. His heritage includes Irish and Danish farming lineage. During his formative years in Casa Grande, Arizona, he excelled in both football and drama, participating in nearly every school production.

Initially pursuing a pre-med track at the University of Arizona, majoring in Biology, Cox’s passion for acting was ignited after attending a performance of "Mourning Becomes Electra." He swiftly shifted his focus to Theater/Performance, receiving classical training. His early career took off when he was cast as a Comanchero in "Gunsmoke," which earned him his Screen Actors Guild card. This led to a role as The Lieutenant in the television adaptation of "The Red Badge of Courage," alongside Richard Thomas. Following this, he appeared in guest-starring roles on "Petrocelli," produced by Leonard Katzman.

After honing his craft in California with various stage and episodic performances, Cox relocated to New York in the late 1970s. There, he participated in numerous theater productions, including Shakespearean plays on Broadway and in Central Park, while maintaining a vibrant career in television and film that endures to this day.