Mark Ruffalo is an American actor, producer, and environmental activist, born on November 22, 1967, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Here is an overview of his career and life:
Ruffalo was raised in a Catholic family with Italian, French-Canadian, and Irish ancestry. He moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia, with his family at a young age, where he attended First Colonial High School. After graduation, he briefly attended the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York City.
Ruffalo's acting career began in the late 1980s with small roles in television and stage productions. His breakthrough came with the film You Can Count on Me in 2000, where he starred alongside Laura Linney. His performance earned him widespread critical acclaim and several award nominations, including an Independent Spirit Award.
Mark Ruffalo is well-known for his environmental activism:
Ruffalo married Sunrise Coigney in 2000, and they have three children together. He has also faced personal challenges, including the loss of hearing in one ear and the discovery of a brain tumor in 2001, which was successfully removed.