Hal Dion
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 17, 1955 in Taunton, Massachusetts, USA
- Active Years
- 1994–2026 (33 Years)
- Total Credits
- 22 credits in database
Biography
Hal Dion is a male actor born on July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. In 1975, he migrated to New York City, where he made his stage debut in the off-off-Broadway rock musical The Blind Junkie. As an actor, he has accumulated twenty-two known credits. His work spans both film and television, including appearances in The Cable Guy, Grease Live, All Good Things, Things Behind the Sun, The Newsroom, Nip/Tuck, Only Humans, and Love's Second Act. His career encompasses theatrical, television, and cinematic projects, reflecting a range of performing arts experience since his early stage debut in New York.
Career overview
Subject: Hal Dion (Acting career).
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Source [1]: Hal Dion, Male, Birthday: July 17, 1955, Place of Birth: Taunton, Massachusetts, USA. Known for Acting. 22 known credits.
Source [2]: Actor in Love's Second Act. Born July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. Migrated to New York City in 1975. Stage debut in the off beat, off-off Broadway rock musical The Blind Junkie.
Source [3]: Known as an Actor. Work includes The Cable Guy, Grease Live, All Good Things, Things Behind the Sun, The Newsroom, Nip/Tuck, Only Humans, and Love's Second Act.
Paragraph 1: Early Life and Stage Debut.
Hal Dion was born on July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. In 1975, he moved to New York City. He made his stage debut in the off beat, off-off Broadway rock musical titled The Blind Junkie.
Paragraph 2: Acting Career and Credits.
As an actor, Dion has a total of 22 known credits. His film and television work includes appearances in The Cable Guy, Grease Live, All Good Things, Things Behind the Sun, The Newsroom, Nip/Tuck, Only Humans, and Love's Second Act.
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Hal Dion was born on July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. In 1975, he migrated to New York City, where he made his stage debut in the off beat, off-off Broadway rock musical The Blind Junkie.
Dion is known for his work as an actor and has 22 known credits. His professional work includes roles in The Cable Guy, Grease Live, All Good Things, Things Behind the Sun, The Newsroom, Nip/Tuck, Only Humans, and Love's Second Act.
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Born July 17, 1955, Taunton, Massachusetts.
Migrated to New York City in 1975.
Stage debut: The Blind Junkie (off beat, off-off Broadway rock musical).
Known for: Acting.
Total credits: 22.
Specific works: The Cable Guy, Grease Live, All Good Things, Things Behind the Sun, The Newsroom, Nip/Tuck, Only Humans, Love's Second Act.
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Hal Dion is an actor who was born on July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. Following his birth in Taunton, he migrated to New York City in
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Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
22 titles- You're Dating a Narcissist! (2026) as (uncredited)
- Brother Unknown (2026) as Pastor Ed
- Filthy Animals (2024) as Mr. Whitley
- Love's Second Act (2024) as Mr. DeMille / Mr. Desmond
- Hallucinations (2022) as Donovan
- All Who Loved Her (2021) as Professor Banks
- All Good Things (2019) as Randolph Pace
- Only Humans (2019) as Dr. Burke
- El Freeman (2019) as Ambassador
- Lacrimosa (2017) as 12th Grade Teacher
- Grease Live (2016) as Teacher (uncredited)
- Soledad (2014) as Anton
- All Together Now (2013) as Bruce
- The Newsroom (2012) as Catholic Priest
- Nip/Tuck (2003) as Mime #1
- Things Behind the Sun (2001) as Public Defender
- 2÷3 (2000) as Father
- The Cable Guy (1996) as Lead Officer (uncredited)
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Brett Moss
- Circle as James Lonergan
- A Royal Christmas Switch as Douglas
- A Royal Christmas Secret as Waiter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Hal Dion best known for?
Hal Dion is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including You're Dating a Narcissist! (2026), Brother Unknown (2026), Filthy Animals (2024), Love's Second Act (2024).
When and where was Hal Dion born?
Hal Dion was born on July 17, 1955 in Taunton, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Hal Dion have?
Hal Dion has accumulated over 22 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.
What is Hal Dion's background in cinema and television?
Hal Dion is a male actor born on July 17, 1955, in Taunton, Massachusetts. In 1975, he migrated to New York City, where he made his stage debut in the off-off-Broadway rock musical The Blind Junkie. As an actor, he has accumulated twenty-two known credits. His work spans both film and television, including appearances ...
Hal Dion by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Love's Second Act (2024) as Mr. DeMille / Mr. Desmond — aged about 68
- The Newsroom (2012) as Catholic Priest — aged about 56
- Nip/Tuck (2003) as Mime #1 — aged about 47
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Brett Moss — aged about 38
- Grease Live (2016) as Teacher (uncredited) — aged about 60
- You're Dating a Narcissist! (2026) as (uncredited) — aged about 70
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