Gary Basaraba was born and raised in the vibrant city of Vancouver, located in the province of British Columbia, Canada. At the tender age of 20, he embarked on a journey to hone his craft at the prestigious Yale School of Drama, where he would later graduate with the Class of 1982.
Basaraba's illustrious film career began shortly after his graduation, as he worked alongside the renowned director Louis Malle on the 1985 film Alamo Bay. Over the years, he has had the privilege of collaborating with an impressive array of directors, including Martin Scorsese, Karel Reisz, Adrian Lyne, Tony Scott, Alan Rudolph, and Errol Morris, among many others.
Throughout his extensive career, Basaraba has appeared in a wide range of films and television shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He has starred in critically acclaimed films such as The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) and Fried Green Tomatoes (1991),as well as the popular animated Smurf films. In addition, he has made notable appearances in various television series, including the Peabody Award-winning Boomtown (2002),Homicide: Life on the Street (1993),and Mad Men (2007),where he played a recurring guest star.
Basaraba's remarkable range as an actor has earned him a reputation as a fine thespian, capable of bringing both relatable characters and unsettling villains to life. Despite being a Canadian citizen, Basaraba has spent over 30 years residing in the United States, primarily in New York City and Los Angeles, where he has enjoyed a thriving career in the film and television industry.
