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Tom Pelphrey (born July 28, 1982) is an American actor known for his work in television, film, and theater.

### Career Highlights
*   **Early Career:** Pelphrey first gained recognition for his roles in daytime dramas, most notably as Jonathan Randall on *Guiding Light* (for which he won two Daytime Emmy Awards) and Mick Dante on *As the World Turns*.
*   **Television:** He has appeared in several acclaimed series, including:
    *   **Banshee:** Played Kurt Bunker.
    *   **Iron Fist:** Played Ward Meachum.
    *   **Ozark:** Played Ben Davis, a role that earned him significant critical acclaim and an Emmy nomination.
    *   **Outer Range:** Starred as Perry Abbott.
    *   **Love & Death:** Played Don Crowder.
    *   **Task:** Won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 2026 for his role as Robbie Prendergrast.
*   **Film:** Notable film roles include Joe Mankiewicz in David Fincher's *Mank* (2020) and Jason Derek Brown in *American Murderer* (2022).
*   **Theater:** Pelphrey has an extensive background in theater, including Broadway performances in *End of the Rainbow* and *Fool for Love*.

### Personal Life
Pelphrey was born and raised in Howell Township, New Jersey. He began dating actress Kaley Cuoco in 2022. The couple welcomed a daughter in March 2023 and announced their engagement in August 2024. In June 2026, they announced they were expecting their second child.