Timothy Hutton
Oscar winner at 20, Ordinary People, actor and director
Timothy Tarquin Hutton (born August 16, 1960) is an American actor, television director, and producer who became one of the youngest Academy Award winners in history. Born in Malibu, California, Hutton is the son of actor Jim Hutton. He gained international recognition with his performance in the drama Ordinary People (1980), directed by Robert Redford, which earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor at the remarkably young age of 20, making him one of the youngest ever to win in that category. Following his Oscar win, Hutton appeared in numerous acclaimed films including Daniel (1983), Taps (1981), and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021). Beyond acting, Hutton has had a successful career directing television episodes for major series. He is known for his versatility across drama, independent films, and television work. Hutton has maintained a steady career in Hollywood for over four decades, earning respect from peers and critics for his professionalism and craft. His early success demonstrated the potential of young performers in serious dramatic roles, and his longevity shows his ability to evolve and remain relevant throughout changing entertainment landscapes.
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Deadwood, Justified, complex dramatic roles
Timothy McVeigh
Oklahoma City bomber, domestic terrorism
Timothy McGraw
Country music star, 'Live Like You Were Dying', 'Highway Don't Care'
Timothy Shriver
Special Olympics chairman, disability rights advocate, Shriver family
Timothy Spall
Harry Potter actor, Mike Leigh collaborator, Mr. Turner
Timothy Dalton
James Bond actor, The Living Daylights, Licence to Kill
Timothy Leary
Psychologist, LSD advocate, counterculture icon, 'Turn on, tune in, drop out'
Entertainment
American
1960
Thinking about the name
Timothy
Greek origin
“From the Greek Timotheos, meaning 'one who honors God' or 'one who respects the divine.' Timothy has been a steadily favored name in Christian cultures since the apostolic era, when Paul wrote epistles to Timothy. It conveys intelligence, reliability, and spiritual depth while remaining accessible and classically timeless.”