Mark Ruffalo Biography & Movies

Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Mark Ruffalo made his name in theater. He studied his art at the Stella Adler Conservatory. Through the next 12 years Ruffalo performed in 30 plays in Los Angeles, but he fought for almost every part and got little recognition. He even began directing, in addition to writing two plays and producing several. After winning the Lucille Lortel award for his work in Lonergan's off-Broadway play This Is Our Youth, he decided to take a stab at the silver screen. But despite... See All