Chris Klein Biography
Chris Klein is an American actor known for his portrayal of Allen Harris in The United States of Leland. He is also recognized for his role as Chris “Oz” Ostreicher in American Pie 1 and 2. Some of his other films include Game of Aces, The Competition, and Benchwarmers 2.
How old is Chris Klein? – Age
The Election actor is 44 years old as of 2023. He was born on 14 March 1979 in Hinsdale, Illinois, United States, where he also grew up.
How tall is Chris Klein? – Height
Chris is 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) tall.
Chris Klein Mother, Father – Family
Klein was born to Terese Klein (mother) and Fred Klein (father) in Hinsdale, Illinois, United States. It is known that his mother worked as a kindergarten teacher while his father worked as an engineer. He grew up along with his two siblings named Debbie and Timothy.
Chris Klein Education
The Here on Earth star enrolled at Millard West High School in Omaha where he studied. Afterward, he joined the Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas, where he pursued his career in acting.
Is Chris Klein Married? – Wife
Chris has been married to his wife Laina Rose Thyfault since 2015. She is an actress known for her several appearances in Ultramarathon Man: 50 Marathons, Hell’s Kitchen, and 50 Days. Likewise, she is a vastly recognized travel agent. It is known that Klein was previously engaged to Katie Holmes but separated after five years together in 2005.
Chris Klein Children
The Sweet Magnolias actor and his wife Erin have been blessed with two children together. They are Frederick Easton Klein and Isla Rose.
Chris Klein Acting Career
Chris is a professional actor who is vastly known for his role as Stevie in The Six Wives of Henry Lefay. He portrayed the character of Briggs in Caught in the Crossfire. Likewise, he appeared in the Caught in the American Reunion film as Chris “Oz” Ostreicher.
Most noteworthy, he was cast in the Sweet Magnolias Netflix series where he starred as Bill Townsend. He was featured in the 16 episodes of season 5 of The Flash series playing the main role of Orlin Dwyer / Cicada. He voiced the character of Dash in the 3 episodes of TRON: Uprising.
It is also known that he appeared as Dep. Chief George Jenkins in The Good Guys. Afterward, he landed on the recurring role of Drew in the 15 episodes of Wilfred. In addition, he co-starred the role of Kaley Cuoco in the Authors Anonymous film.
Furthermore, Klein starred as Charlie Nash in Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li. Some of his other popular films include New York City Serenade, The Long Weekend, We Were Soldiers, and Authors Anonymous.
Movies and TV Shows
- Play Dead
- Caught in the Crossfire
- American Reunion
- Authors Anonymous
- Game of Aces
- The Competition
- Benchwarmers 2
- TRON: Uprising
- Damaged
- Idiotsitter
- The Grinder
- The Flash
- Sweet Magnolias
Awards
- Young Hollywood Awards
Chris Klein Net Worth
Citing his acting career, Chris sits at an estimated net worth of $3 Million.
Chris Klein Instagram
You can find and follow Klein on Instagram using the account name: @iamchrisklein