Goran Višnjić, a Croatian-born American actor, has made a significant impact in the American and British film and television industries. Born on September 9, 1972, he is best recognized for his portrayal of Dr. Luka Kovač in the hit television series ER.
Višnjić's extensive repertoire includes a wide range of roles, such as Erik the Red in the Netflix series Vikings: Valhalla, Garcia Flynn in NBC's Timeless, John Woods in CBS's Extant, Marco Costante in NBC's Crossing Lines, Nicholae Schiller in ABC's Red Widow, Dragan Armansky in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011),the voice of Soto in Ice Age, Jimmy Angelo in Practical Magic, and Bazta Sergeant in The Peacemaker.
Growing up in Sibenik, Croatia (then Yugoslavia),a port town on the Adriatic Sea, Višnjić developed an early passion for acting. He began his career by performing in local theater groups and subsequently enrolled in the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Zagreb.
Goran Višnjić gained widespread recognition in Croatia when, at the age of 21, he was cast as Hamlet in the prestigious Dubrovnik Summer Festival's production of Shakespeare's play. His outstanding performance earned him three national Best Actor awards, including an Orlando (the Croatian equivalent of a Tony Award).
Višnjić made his American motion-picture debut in the drama "Welcome to Sarajevo," directed by Michael Winterbottom.
In his free time, he enjoys engaging in various physical activities, such as fencing, swimming, and diving. Goran Višnjić currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Eva, and their three children.
