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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
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / television actor
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Millard West High School
- University
- Texas Christian University
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
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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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.