Norman Reedus Biography
Summary
"Norman Reedus" (born January 6, 1969) is an American model and actor.
Reedus was born in Hollywood, Florida. Leaving home at the early age of twelve, he has lived in many countries including England, Spain and Japan. He was first discovered at a party in L.A. where he made a performance that he admits he 'doesn't remember at all.' A woman approached him afterwards and suggested he audition for a theater production she was involved in.
Reedus is best known for playing the role of Murphy MacManus in the cult movie, 'The Boondock Saints', written and directed by Troy Duffy and starring opposite Sean Patrick Flanery and Willem Dafoe. He has confirmed returning for the sequel 'Boondock Saints - All Saints Day' which is said to start filming in the summer of 2008. He has also had roles in "Floating", "Six Ways to Sunday", "Deuces Wild", "Blade 2", "Gossip", "Mimic", "8 Millimeter", "American Gangster", "Hero Wanted" and "Moscow Chill".
Reedus has also directed several short films and music videos. His most recent short film is entitled 'Rub' and his first feature film directorial debut will be in early 2008. He also runs a New York-based film production company called 'Bigbaldhead' with his long-time friend, producer Karin Cohen. He has modeled for Prada, Allesandro Delaqua, and Durban. He currently shows his art work in galleries mostly based out of New York.
In 2003 Reedus was injured in a car accident after attending an REM concert. He had to undergo surgery on the left side of his face that left only a thin scar above his left eyebrow.
Reedus lives in New York with his son, Mingus Lucien Reedus; Mingus's mother is his ex-girlfriend, model Helena Christensen. Mingus is named after the legendary jazz musician Charles Mingus.
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