Born on July 4, 1965, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he is an American actor, playwright, and screenwriter known for his work both on stage and in film. He gained prominence for his Pulitzer Prize-winning play "August: Osage County," which he also adapted into a film. As an actor, he has appeared in movies like "Lady Bird," "The Post," and "Ford v Ferrari." His stage presence is equally notable, having won a Tony Award for his role in "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" He is married to actress Carrie Coon.