Cole Hauser is an American actor known for his roles in films such as School Ties, Dazed and Confused, Higher Learning, Pitch Black, Tigerland, Hart’s War, Tears of the Sun, 2 Fast 2 Furious and Transcendence.
Hauser comes from a family with deep roots in the film industry.
His mother Cass Warner founded the film production company Warner Sisters, and his paternal grandfather was screenwriter Dwight Hauser.
Hauser’s maternal great-grandfather was Harry M. Warner, one of the founders of Warner Bros. Studios.
He has had a long and successful acting career, receiving an Independent Spirit Award nomination for his performance in the film Tigerland.
In recent years, Hauser has starred in the TV series Rogue and currently plays the role of Rip Wheeler on the Paramount Network drama Yellowstone.
Siblings
Hauser has several siblings.
His sisters are Tao Gaines, who does not work in the entertainment industry and has a low online presence, Vanessa Mooney, who is a jewelry and clothing designer known for using sustainable materials and vintage fabrics and Bright Hauser, who is an actress and film producer who starred in the 1994 film, Skins, and worked on the soundtrack and as a make-up artist on Dead Man Walking.
Hauser also has a half-brother is Jesse Pool, who works in the computer and advertising business and has a low online presence.
Career
Hauser began his acting career in the early 1990s, making his film debut in the 1992 drama, School Ties.
This was a significant role for a young actor, as it starred alongside other emerging talents like Brendan Fraser, Matt Damon, Chris O’Donnell and Ben Affleck.
The film’s success helped establish Hauser as a rising star in Hollywood.
In the following years, Hauser appeared in several notable films.
One of his most memorable roles was in Richard Linklater’s 1993 coming-of-age comedy, Dazed and Confused.
The film, set in the 1970s, follows a group of high school students on the last day of school. He played the role of Ron Slater, a charismatic and laid-back student.
Hauser’s next significant role came in John Singleton’s 1995 drama Higher Learning.
The film explores the experiences of a diverse group of college students and the challenges they face. He played the role of Scott, a white supremacist who clashes with the other students.
Hauser received critical acclaim for his performance in the 2000 war drama, Tigerland. Directed by Joel Schumacher, the film follows a group of young soldiers during the Vietnam War.
Hauser played the role of Bo ‘Ox’ Ford, a tough and rebellious soldier.
His performance earned him an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Male Lead. In recent years, Hauser has continued to work in both film and television.
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He starred in the 2000 science fiction film Pitch Black, where he played the role of William J. Johns, a ruthless mercenary. He also appeared in the 2002 war drama, Hart’s War, and the 2003 action film, 2 Fast 2 Furious.
Hauser currently stars in the Paramount Network drama, Yellowstone, playing the role of Rip Wheeler, a rugged and loyal ranch hand.
The show has gained a significant following and critical acclaim for its portrayal of the American West.
In addition to his film work, Hauser has also appeared in several television shows.
One of his notable roles was in the 2013-2014 series, Rogue, where he played the lead role of Miles Lathan, a former cop turned private investigator.
The show was a crime drama that explored the darker side of human nature.
Awards and accolades
Hauser has received several awards and accolades throughout his career.
One of his most notable awards is the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male, which he won for his performance in the movie, Tigerland, in 2000.
This award recognizes outstanding performances in independent films, and Hauser’s win was a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.
Hauser has also received the Young Hollywood Award for Breakthrough Performance Male in 2003.
This award honors young actors who have made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, and Hauser’s win was a recognition of his growing reputation as a talented and versatile actor.
In addition to these awards, Hauser has been nominated for several other prestigious awards.
For example, he was nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for his role in the TV series, Yellowstone, in 2022.
This award recognizes outstanding performances by actors in television dramas, and Hauser’s nomination was a testament to his ability to work effectively with other actors to create compelling performances.
Hauser has also won the Faith in Film Best Actor award for his role in the movie, The Last Champion, in 2022.
This award recognizes outstanding performances in films that promote positive values and messages, and Hauser’s win was a recognition of his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters.
Hauser was also nominated for the Astra Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Broadcast Network or Cable Drama Series for his role in Yellowstone in 2024.
This award recognizes outstanding performances in television dramas and Hauser’s nomination was a testament to his ability to create compelling and memorable characters on screen.
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