David Clennon (born May 10, 1943) is an American actor perhaps best known for his portrayal of Miles Drentell in the ABC series thirtysomething. He revived the role in the TV show Once and Again. One of his most recent roles was his portrayal of the U.S. Attorney in the 2005 movie Syriana.
Clennon was born in Waukegan, Illinois, the son of Virginia, a homemaker, and Cecil Clennon, an accountant. Clennon is well known for his political activism.
Political activist known for hands-on approach to politics. Frequently participates in rallies, readings, etc., even if the cameras aren't rolling. Has turned down roles (such as in Just Cause (1995)) because of his political beliefs.
A tall, lean, and often bearded actor with a career lasting more than twenty years, David Clennon is also a very vocal activist and has turned down roles because of his beliefs. After participating in several years of anti Vietnam War protests, he began to establish himself in off-Broadway theater. An incredibly versatile actor, David has played everything from a military general to a yuppie in a coffee shop. To every role that he plays, he brings a spark and a great deal of intelligence. He got his first film role in 1973 in Paper Chase, The (1973) and followed up with Bound for Glory (1976), Coming Home (1978), and Being There (1979). In his movies, he has worked with Jack Lemmon (I), Sissy Spacek, Meryl Streep, and Susan Sarandon. He made the leap to TV in 1977 in the CBS series "Rafferty" and followed up with "Park Place" (1981). His is most famous for his role as Miles Dentrel on the acclaimed drama "thirtysomething" (1987). David can now be seen on the CBS series "Agency, The" (2001) playing the computer and forgery expert Joshua Nankin.
