Patrick Quinlan, a talented individual, was born in Mount Prospect, Illinois, and spent his formative years in the Chicago suburbs, where his passion for acting first began to flourish. This interest led him to enroll at Loyola University Chicago, where he pursued a degree in Theatre Studies and English/Literature, complemented by a minor in secondary education. Furthermore, he had the opportunity to study theatre with the esteemed Steppenwolf Theatre Company.
After relocating to Los Angeles, Quinlan's acting career took off, with numerous television appearances in popular shows such as The Event, NCIS: Los Angeles, The Defenders, Private Practice, Grey's Anatomy, Body of Proof, Monday Mornings, and the series finale of House.
In addition to his television work, Quinlan co-wrote and acted in the short film Take a Mulligan, alongside writer/director Vince Duque. He has also had the privilege of collaborating with several prominent Los Angeles theatre companies, including Theatre @ Boston Court, The Odyssey Theatre, and Theatre Banshee, where he took on the title role in the production of "Brendan".
To further hone his craft, Quinlan regularly studies and performs improvisation at The Second City - Hollywood.
