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Patrick Dempsey
Patrick Galen Dempsey (born January 13, 1966), is an American actor and racing driver who reached international fame due to his unforgettable role as Dr. Derek 'McDreamy' Shepherd in ABC's medical drama series Grey's Anatomy. Dempsey's career started in films such as Can't Buy Me Love (1987) and Loverboy (1989), later on exploring romantic comedy films like Sweet Home Alabama (2002) and Bridget Jones's Baby (2016). His passion for acting is only surpassed by his love for racing. Dempsey maintains a sports car and vintage car collection, and often participates in prestigious events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the Rolex 24 Daytona sports car races. Not only an accomplished actor and race car driver, but Dempsey also found success in occupations as a producer. Producing films such as Flypaper (2011) and The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019), he managed to effectively convey his unique sensibilities and talents in filmmaking.
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Given Name: Patrick Galen Dempsey
Born: Lewiston, Maine, U.S.
Citizenship: United States
Birthday: January 13, 1966
Occupations: Actor, Racecar driver, Producer
Years Active: 1985-present
Children: 3
Spouses: Rocky Parker, Jillian Fink
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Movies Featuring Patrick Dempsey
Disenchanted
Freedom Writers
Can't Buy Me Love
Made of Honor
Sweet Home Alabama
Loverboy
Thanksgiving
Ushi Must Marry
Red Nose Day Actually
The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair
Hurley
True Hollywood Story: Scream
Lucky 7
Blonde
Iron Jawed Angels
Coupe de Ville
Run
Mobsters
The Stuff
A Fighting Choice
Meatballs III: Summer Job
In the Mood
Some Girls
Devils
Happy Together
In a Shallow Grave
Racing With Giants: Porsche at Le Mans
Happy Together
In a Shallow Grave
JFK: Reckless Youth
Crime and Punishment
Hugo Pool
The Right to Remain Silent
The Treat
For Better and for Worse
Face the Music
Me and Will
Bank Robber
Bloodknot
With Honors
There’s No Fish Food in Heaven
Jeremiah
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
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