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Eric Close is a film actor, television actor and stage actor, born on May 24, 1967 in Staten Island, New York, United States. Eric Close is 59 years old as of 2026. Schooling on record includes Valhalla High School.
My Take
Eric Close is one of those dependable actors I have quietly followed for years. His Martin Fitzgerald in Without a Trace was the role that fit him best, but his steady run through Now and Again, Nashville, and Suits shows a performer who anchors stories rather than dominating them. I respect that he also directs television, signaling a craftsman who understands the work from both sides of the camera. He is not a flashy star, yet that is precisely his value: shows feel safe in his hands. Longevity in this industry is a kind of trust, and Close has clearly earned it.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Eric Close
- Name (Japanese)
- エリック・クローズ
- Reading
- えりっく・くろーず
- Born
- May 24, 1967 (age 59)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Goat
- Origin
- Staten Island, New York, United States
- Occupation
- film actor / television actor / stage actor / actor / television director
2. Background
- High school
- Valhalla High School
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-19
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 Eric Close born?
Born May 24, 1967 (age 59).
Where is Eric Close from?
Eric Close is from Staten Island, New York, United States.
What does Eric Close do?
Eric Close works as film actor, television actor, stage actor, actor, television director.
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