Daniel William Strong, a multifaceted creative force, was born on June 6, 1974, in the United States.
As an actor, Strong has made a lasting impression with his memorable performances, including his roles as Jonathan Levinson in the iconic television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Doyle McMaster in the beloved show Gilmore Girls.
In addition to his acting credits, Strong has also ventured into writing, directing, and producing for film and television. His notable screenwriting credits include the HBO adaptation Game Change, the critically acclaimed film Lee Daniels' The Butler, and the screenplays for the two-part finale of The Hunger Games film trilogy, Mockingjay – Part 1 and Mockingjay – Part 2.
Strong's impressive resume also boasts his work as a co-creator, executive producer, director, and writer for the Fox series Empire, as well as the creation, writing, and direction of the award-winning Hulu miniseries Dopesick.
Throughout his career, Strong has received numerous accolades, including two Emmy Awards, two Writers Guild of America Awards, a Producers Guild of America Award, and a NAACP Image Award.