Chris Sarandon

Christopher Sarandon (born July 24, 1942) is an American actor known for his diverse roles in film and television. Born and raised in Beckley, West Virginia, Sarandon is the son of Greek-American restaurateurs Chris and Cliffie Sarandon. He began his acting career after earning a degree in speech from West Virginia University and a master's degree in theater from The Catholic University of America. Sarandon gained recognition for his performances as Jerry Dandrige in Fright Night (1985), Prince Humperdinck in The Princess Bride (1987), Detective Mike Norris in Child's Play (1988), and Jack Skellington in The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993). He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Dog Day Afternoon (1975).