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Chris Klein was born on March 14, 1979 in Hinsdale, Illinois, United States and is credited as a film actor and television actor. Chris Klein is 47 years old as of 2026. Education on record includes Millard West High School and Texas Christian University.
My Take
Klein will always be Oz from American Pie to me, and that's both his gift and his trap. He rode the late-90s teen-comedy wave perfectly, debuting in Election and breaking out almost overnight, projecting a clean-cut Midwestern earnestness that suited those films. What I find interesting is the durability of that role; being invited back across the sequels years later signals genuine affection from audiences and collaborators. Heartthrob status fades fast, so I respect any actor who keeps getting the call. I've always suspected there's a more awkward, vulnerable performer hiding behind the easy charm, and that quieter side is the one I'd like to see more of.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Chris Klein
- Name (Japanese)
- クリス・クライン
- Reading
- くりす・くらいん
- Born
- March 14, 1979 (age 47)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Goat
- Origin
- Hinsdale, Illinois, United States
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / television actor
2. Background
- High school
- Millard West High School
- University
- Texas Christian University
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Chris Klein born?
Born March 14, 1979 (age 47).
Where is Chris Klein from?
Chris Klein is from Hinsdale, Illinois, United States.
What does Chris Klein do?
Chris Klein works as actor, film actor, television actor.
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