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John Kapelos February 2024

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John Kapelos

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  • Born
    March 8 · London, Ontario, Canada
  • Birth name
    John Thomas Kapelos
  • Height
    6′ (1.83 m)

Biography

    • John Kapelos was born in London, Ontario, Canada. He is an actor and writer, known for Big Sky (2020), The Umbrella Academy (2019) and The Shape of Water (2017).

Family

  • Children
      Barry Kapelos
  • Parents
      Thomas Kapelos
      Anna Kapelos
  • Relatives
      Caitlin(Niece or Nephew)

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  • Gender / Gender identity
    Male

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  • Has Greek ancestry. He also speaks Greek fluently.
  • Arguably, best-known for his role as "Carl the janitor" in John Hughes' classic teen film, The Breakfast Club (1985).
  • Is most famous---and internationally known---for his co-starring role as Detective Schanke in the Canadian vampire cult series, Forever Knight (1992).
  • Attended and graduated from Central Secondary School in London, Ontario.

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