Daniel London's journey in the world of acting and writing began in his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he developed a passion for the arts during his high school years. It was during this time that he penned his award-winning play, "The Martha War", which would later be performed at the prestigious Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
London's academic pursuits took him to Oberlin College, where he majored in English and creative writing, further nurturing his talents as an actor and playwright. After graduating, he made the move to New York City, where he began his professional career, landing his first major role as Truman Schiff, the trusty sidekick to Robin Williams in the 1998 film Patch Adams.
London's work on stage has also been notable, with appearances in two world premiere productions by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Beth Henley. In "Impossible Marriage", he shared the stage with the talented Holly Hunter, and in 2006, he starred alongside musician Will Oldham in the critically acclaimed film Old Joy, directed by Kelly Reichardt.
London's breakthrough role came when he was cast by Steven Spielberg as Wally, the caretaker of the Pre-Cogs, in the 2002 sci-fi thriller Minority Report. His co-lead performance in Old Joy, alongside musician Will Oldham, earned him critical acclaim and further solidified his position as a talented and versatile actor.
Today, London resides in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife, singer/songwriter Megan Reilly, and continues to be an integral part of the film and theater world, leaving a lasting impact on the industry with his impressive body of work.
