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Jeremy Renner

Jeremy Renner is an American actor, producer, and musician. Born on January 7, 1971, in Modesto, California, he was introduced to acting in a college drama class before he made his film debut in 1995's National Lampoon's Senior Trip. However, it was not until his role as serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer in the 2002 film Dahmer that Renner truly came into the spotlight, earning him an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Lead Male. Renner's career trajectory took a significant upward turn with his role in Kathryn Bigelow's 2008 war-drama The Hurt Locker. His portrayal of bomb disposal expert Sergeant William James garnered critical acclaim, culminating in an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Following this success, he joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, in 2011's Thor, a character he reprised in multiple subsequent Marvel films, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the film industry. Beyond acting, Renner has also displayed impressive range in the entertainment industry. He co-founded the production company The Combine, which produced the critically acclaimed film Kill the Messenger, featuring Renner in the lead role. As a musician, he released an EP titled The Medicine in 2020, showcasing his skills as a singer and songwriter. Not only does Renner excel in diverse roles on screen, but his contributions behind the scenes and in the music industry illustrate an artist whose passion for storytelling extends beyond traditional boundaries.

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