Ryan Phillippe

Cast · Director · Writer

Born

September 10, 1974 · New Castle, Delaware, USA

Birth name

Matthew Ryan Phillippe

Ryan Phillippe began his screen career in television before gaining international recognition with I Know What You Did Last Summer, which positioned him within late-1990s studio cinema. He soon shifted toward more demanding dramatic material, appearing in Cruel Intentions, Gosford Park, and Clint Eastwood’s Flags of Our Fathers. His film work combined ensemble-driven prestige projects with leading roles in thrillers and dramas. On television, he expanded his presence with Damages and later Shooter, where he carried a long-form lead role across multiple seasons. His trajectory reflects a sustained balance between mainstream visibility and character-focused projects across film and television.