Harvey Keitel

Who is Harvey Keitel?

Harvey Keitel is an American actor and producer who has actively worked in the entertainment industry since 1967 to date. At the age of 16, he joined the Marines and during that time he was sent off to fight at Operation Blue Bat in Lebanon in 1958. Likewise, when he returned back he joined the pres, worked as a reporter, and eventually landed roles in Broadway productions, television, and movies. This actor is well-known for his acting role in the thriller film ‘Taxi Driver’ where he played the role of Charles Sport Rain. Moreover, he has also received various nominations and accolades during his acting career. Apart from this, he is also an honorary citizen of Romania.

Bio

Harvey Keitel was born on 13 May 1939 in New York City, United States. His parents were Ashkenazi Jewish immigrants named Harry Keitel and Miriam Klein who were the owners of a luncheonette. He grew alongside his sister, Renee Keitel, and a brother. Jerry Keitel in Brighton Beach. Additionally, he is currently 81 years old with a Taurus star sign.

Early Life/Education

Talking about his education, Harvey studied at Abraham Lincoln High School. During his early teens, he joined the Marines for the United States Armed Force and went to Lebanon. Furthermore, after he returned back he worked as a court reporter for some years and then started his acting career. He also attended HB Studio where he studied acting.

Nationality and Physical Stats

Harvey Keitel holds an American nationality and as per his ethnicity, he is White of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. Besides, he stands 5 feet and 7½ inches (171cm/1.71m) and weighs around 78 kg (172lbs). He has an average body type with a deep-voiced voice. Moreover, he has a pair of hazel-colored eyes and salt and pepper hair color.

Social

Harvey Keitel is not on any social media accounts.

Personal Life 

Harvey Keitel previously dated actress Lorraine Bracco in 1982. They had a daughter named Stella who was born in 1985. Sadly, they broke up in 1993. He briefly had an affair with Lisa Karmazin and they had a son named Hudson in 2001. Likewise, he then married Canadian actress Daphna Kastner in 2001. They had a son together named Roman in 2004.

Career

Movies of Harvey Keitel

Harvey Keitel landed his debut film in an uncredited role ‘Reflections in a Golden Eye’ in 1967. The same year, he also appeared in ‘Who’s That Knocking at My Door’ as JR. This actor then appeared in various types of movies in the 1970s. He played in ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,’ ‘Mother, Jugs & Speed,’ ‘The Duellists,’ ‘Eagle’s Wing,’ and many more. His most celebrated movie role during that time is ‘Taxi Driver’ where he played the role of Charles ‘Sport’ Rain / Matthew Higgins in 1976. This role earned him fame and he also received various nominations. Likewise, he then appeared in ‘Saturn 3’ and ‘Bad Timing’ in 1980. He also had roles in other movies like ‘The Border’ in 1982, ‘ Cop killer’ in 1983, ‘Falling in Love’ and ‘Nemo’ in 1984, ‘A Story of Streets, Women, and Crime’ in 1985, ‘The Inquiry’ in 1987, and many more.

Moreover, he also appeared in ‘The Last Temptation of Christ’ as Judas Iscariot and in ‘Dear Gorbachev’ as Nikolaj Bucharin in 1988. In the 1990s, Harvey garnered more popularity and fame. He appeared in famous movies like ‘Mortal Thoughts’ as Detective John Woods, ‘Thelma & Louise’ as Detective Hal Slocumb, and ‘Bugsy’ as Mickey Cohen in 1991. Similarly, he also co-produced ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and also appeared in ‘Bad Lieutenant’ in 1992. During this time, he already worked with celebrated stars like Victor Argo, Paul Calderón, Warren Beatty, Annette Bening, Demi Moore, Glenne Headly, Bruce Willis, etc. He has also appeared in ‘The Piano’ in 1993, ‘Pulp Fiction’ in 1994, ‘Smoke’ in 1995, and ‘From Dusk till Dawn’ in 1996.

More

Harvey has also become executive producer of movies like ‘Blue in the Face’ in 1995, ‘ Three Seasons’ in 1999, ‘The Grey Zone’ in 2001, and ‘Dreaming of Julia’ in 2003. Likewise, he has also starred in movies such as ‘FairyTale: A True Story’ in 1997, ‘Presence of Mind’ in 1999, ‘U-571’ in 2000, ‘Red Dragon’ in 2002, ‘Crime Spree’ in 2003, and ‘National Treasure’ in 2004. He also had voice roles in ‘Arthur and the Minimoys’ in 2006, ‘Inglourious Basterds’ in 2009, and ‘Isle of Dogs’ in 2018. Furthermore, his other notable films from 2010 are ‘A Beginner’s Guide to Endings,’ ‘A Farewell to Fools,’ ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel,’ ‘The Ridiculous 6,’ ‘First We Take Brooklyn,’ ‘The Irishman,’ and many more. His last played two movies are ‘The Painted Bird’ in 2019 and ‘Fatima’ in 2020.

TV Shows

Harvey Keitel has not appeared in many television series as much as he has appeared in the movies. His first TV role came in ‘ Hogan’s Heroes’ in 1996 as a German Soldier. He also appeared in ‘Dark Shadows’ in 1996, ‘N.Y.P.D.’ in 1968, ‘Great Performances’ in 1971, ‘Kojak’ in 1973, ‘The F.B.I.’ in 1974, and ‘Amazing Stories’ in 1985. Likewise, he also had roles in television films such as ‘A Memory of Two Mondays’ in 1974, ‘Fail-Safe’ in 2000, and ‘Fatal Honeymoon’ in 2012. Meanwhile, he also starred in ‘The Ellen Burstyn Show’ in 1986, ‘The Play on One’ in 1988, and ‘The Path to 9/11’ in 2006. He also appeared in an episode of ‘Saturday Night Live‘ in 2002. From 2008 to 2009, he appeared in ‘Life on Mars’ as Lieutenant Gene Hunt. His last played series is ‘ Inside Amy Schumer’ in 2016.

Awards 

Harvey Keitel has won various awards for his acting role. He has won the Film Excellence Award in 1994 and the Lifetime Success Award in 2016. He is also the recipient of the Australian Film Institute Award in 1993, the Awards Circuit Community Award in 1994, and the Silver Berlin Bear Award in 1995. Keitel also received two Central Ohio Film Critics Association Awards in 2013 and 2015. Likewise, he also won the Independent Spirit Award in 1993, FFCC Award in 2014, and many others.

Net Worth of Harvey Keitel

Harvey Keitel has an estimated net worth of $45 million as of 2021.