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Clancy Brown is an American actor, voice actor, and singer, born on January 5, 1959, in Urbana, Ohio. He is known for his distinctive deep voice and versatility in various film, television, and voice-over roles.

**Early Life and Education**

Brown was born to Don and Elaine Brown. His father was a law professor at the University of Dayton, and his mother was a former model. He has two siblings, a sister, and a brother. Brown grew up in a family that valued the arts, and his mother encouraged his interest in music and acting.

Brown attended the University of Dayton, where he studied drama and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1981. He later earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in acting from the University of Washington in 1984.

**Career**

Brown began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing in various stage productions, including a production of "Hamlet" at the Seattle Repertory Theatre. He made his film debut in 1983 with a small role in the movie "Caddyshack II."

Brown's breakthrough role came in 1990 when he played the villainous Captain Hadley in the film "The Shawshank Redemption." He has since appeared in a wide range of films, including "Highlander," "The Green Mile," "Starship Troopers," and "Sin City."

In addition to his film work, Brown has had a successful career in television, with notable roles in "The Simpsons," "Dexter," "Supernatural," and "The Flash." He has also lent his voice to numerous animated series and video games, including "SpongeBob SquarePants," "The Legend of Korra," and "God of War."

**Achievements and Impact**

Throughout his career, Brown has demonstrated his versatility and range as an actor. He has played a wide variety of roles, from villains and authority figures to heroes and comedic characters.

Brown's distinctive voice has become a hallmark of his career, and he has been in high demand as a voice actor. He has won numerous awards for his voice work, including multiple Annie Awards and a Saturn Award.

In addition to his acting work, Brown is also a singer and has released several albums of blues and jazz music. He has performed with various jazz and blues musicians, including the legendary saxophonist, David Sanborn.

**Personal Life**

Brown is married to Jeanne Johnson, and they have two children together. He is a self-described "blues enthusiast" and has been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Seattle Symphony and the Seattle Repertory Theatre.

**Legacy**

Clancy Brown is widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation. His distinctive voice and range have made him a sought-after actor in film, television, and voice-over work. He continues to be a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry, and his legacy as a talented actor and singer will be remembered for years to come.
Clancy Brown is an American actor, voice actor, and musician. Born on January 5, 1959, in Urbana, Ohio, he is the son of Wanda Horine and Robert James Brown, a famous professor and translator of Sanskrit texts. Brown's family moved to various parts of the world due to his father's academic assignments.

Brown initially attended several different schools throughout his childhood, then went on to study at Urbana High School. He attended Kenyon College, graduating with a degree in theater in 1981. After college, Brown began his career as an artist, mostly a painter. 

Clancy Brown's acting career started in the late 1980s with numerous guest roles in TV series such as 'Tales of the Gold Monkey' (1982) and 'Dallas.' He gained fame with his breakout role as Detective Dennis Nikas in the 1988 miniseries 'The Robert Urich Show' that was otherwise known as 'Sweating Bullets.' His other notable early roles include appearances in 'The Young Riders' (1990-1993) and 'Clarke's World,' a Japanese television series.

Brown has experienced significant success in voice acting, particularly in animated films and video games. Notable voice acting roles include Lex Luthor in the DC Animated Universe (1998), The Ares in the 1997 animated series 'Hercules,' and the voice of Superman (2008-2010) in 'Superman: Doomed'.

Some of his most notable film roles are Deathstroke in 'Serenity' (2005), Marcus in the third film of the 'Piranha' film series, 'Piranha 3DD' (2012), Sgt. Lewis in the action thriller 'Wanted' (2008) and The Supernatural Grimm's featured episode 'Rare Becoming' that was otherwise known as the director Mr. Hyde.