John Dulaney's origins can be traced back to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA, where he was born to his proud parents, T.J. and Betty Dulaney. His father, T.J., was the esteemed proprietor of ABCO, a prominent corporation specializing in the manufacture of aluminum windows and doors. This influential family background had a profound impact on John's life, shaping his values and ambitions from a young age.
Throughout his formative years, John attended various esteemed educational institutions. He began his academic journey at Harding High School in Oklahoma City, where he laid the foundation for his future success. He then ventured to Chicago, Illinois, to pursue higher education at Columbia College, where he further honed his skills and knowledge. Later, John made the bold decision to relocate to Los Angeles, California, and continued his academic pursuits at Columbia College once more. This eclectic mix of educational experiences undoubtedly played a significant role in forging John Dulaney into the accomplished individual he is today.
John embarked upon a journey in the entertainment industry at the tender age of 19, securing a position within a renowned Hollywood film lab, where he honed his skills in editing, printing, and manipulating special effects. As he matured and refined his craft, John's focus gradually shifted towards directing short films, allowing him to tap into his creative potential and bring his unique vision to life.
Subsequently, John's passion for filmmaking led him to New York City, where he continued to direct and produce feature-length films, further solidifying his reputation within the industry. Additionally, John's entrepreneurial spirit drove him to establish and operate a small, independent cinema in the vibrant East Village, providing a platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their work and connect with a dedicated audience.
John embarked upon a transcontinental journey in the year 1969, thereby inaugurating his illustrious acting career. Over the course of the subsequent two and a half decades, he traversed the globe with unwavering enthusiasm, visiting a staggering 50 countries and bringing his cinematic talents to the forefront of European and Asian productions.
In tandem with his burgeoning acting career, John also found solace in the realm of literary pursuits, meticulously crafting two novels that, to this day, remain unpublished, awaiting the opportune moment to be shared with the world.
John's professional journey took a notable turn in the late 1980s, as he made a triumphant return to the iconic city of Hollywood, California, where he dedicated his time and expertise to producing or line-producing a diverse range of films.
Among his notable projects during this period was the production of a captivating short children's film, titled "The Legend of the Emerald Princess", which was a collaborative effort with the talented actress Charlotte Lewis.
This enchanting film, which was subsequently acquired by the esteemed Disney Television network, went on to win a prestigious award at the renowned New York International Film Festival, a testament to John's exceptional skills and dedication to his craft.
John's professional trajectory experienced a temporary pause, only to be reignited in May 2018, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his career.
Since then, he has continued to reside in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, where he remains steadfast in his pursuit of his lifelong passion for acting, undeterred by the brief interlude that had previously interrupted his creative journey.
John's entrepreneurial spirit was ignited in 1993, as he took the bold step of establishing and overseeing one of the initial twenty commercial web pages to emerge in the dawn of the digital age, Mind Logic, a pioneering internet-based mail-order company that revolutionized the way consumers accessed and acquired cutting-edge audio/video electronics, computer software, and hardware.
In his personal life, John is deeply committed to his loving relationship with Maria, his partner in every sense of the word, and is a devoted father to their two children, Chris and Jacqui, whom he adores and cherishes with unwavering dedication and affection.
