- Dann Florek is an American actor, director, and producer.
- Dann was born Ezekial Dann Florek on May 1, 1950, in Flat Rock, Michigan.
- He studied physics and mathematics at Eastern Michigan University before acting.
Florek's acting career began with the 1982 TV movie “The Country Girl” and his film debut in “Eddie Macon’s Run” (1983). He gained early recognition with guest roles on TV shows like “Hill Street Blues” and “21 Jump Street.” His career took a significant leap in 1990 when he was cast as Captain Donald Cragen on “Law & Order.” Although written out after a few seasons, Florek returned as Cragen in “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” appearing in over 330 episodes from 1999 to 2021.
Florek’s film credits include “The Flintstones” (1994) and “Hard Rain” (1998), and he has guest-starred on TV shows such as “Roseanne,” “Wings,” and “Sabrina, the Teenage Witch.” Beyond acting, Florek directed episodes of “Law & Order” and ventured into production, co-producing “Santorini Blue” (2013) and executive producing “Captain Blackout” (2014).
Married to artist Karen Elaine Kosinski since 1983, Florek splits his time between homes in Venice, California, and New York City. His contributions to television and film have earned him a Prism Award nomination and honorary degrees from his alma mater. Florek’s enduring legacy in Hollywood continues to inspire fans and aspiring actors alike.
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