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<p>Desmond Harrington was born on October 19, 1976, in Savannah, Georgia. However, his family relocated back to The Bronx, New York—his parents' hometown—when he was just three years old, and he was raised there.</p>

<h2>Education</h2>

<p>Harrington began his education at St. Margaret of Cortona for elementary school and continued on to Fordham Preparatory School for high school. Academics did not come easily to him, and he found formal education challenging. He briefly attended Manhattan College but left after six weeks, deciding not to pursue a degree.</p>

<h2>Early Career and Entry into Acting</h2>

<p>Following his departure from college, Harrington explored various jobs including manual labor, cold-calling for a brokerage firm, landscaping, and bartending in Manhattan. It was during his time as a bartender that a coworker recommended he try acting classes—a suggestion that would shape the path of his professional life.</p>

<p>After taking acting classes, Harrington secured his first film role in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luc_Besson">Luc Besson</a>'s historical drama <em>The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc</em> (1999), where he portrayed Aulon. His performance opened the door to further opportunities in television and film.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough Roles in Film and Television</h2>

<p>Harrington appeared in a variety of film projects early in his career, including <em>Boiler Room</em> as a trainee at JT Marlin, <em>Drop Back Ten</em> as Spanks Voley, <em>Massholes</em> as Bing, <em>Riding in Cars with Boys</em> as Bobby, <em>My First Mister</em> as Randy, and <em>The Hole</em> as Mike Steel—a role that gained him notable attention. He also appeared in the psychological thriller <em>Ghost Ship</em> and the horror film <em>Wrong Turn</em>, both of which contributed significantly to his rising profile.</p>

<p>On television, Harrington gained widespread recognition for his recurring role as Jesse Keys—an alien abductee—in <a href="/biography/steven-spielberg">Steven Spielberg</a>'s science fiction miniseries <em>Taken</em>. In 2007, he made a guest appearance on <em>Law & Order: Criminal Intent</em> as a serial killer, showcasing his range as an actor.</p>

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<h2><strong>Dexter</strong> and Other Television Roles</h2>

<p>In 2008, Harrington joined the cast of the critically acclaimed Showtime series <em>Dexter</em>, portraying <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Quinn">Detective</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Quinn">Joey Quinn</a>. His performance received positive reviews and helped cement his status in the television industry. That same year, he also played Jack Bass in a recurring guest role in the CW's teen drama <em>Gossip Girl</em>.</p>

<p>Continuing his work on television, Harrington appeared in 2012 in the third season premiere of FX's drama <em>Justified</em>, where he portrayed the menacing character Fletcher "The Ice Pick" Nix.</p>

<h2>Later Film Work</h2>

<p>In addition to his television success, Harrington appeared in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Nolan">Christopher Nolan</a>’s blockbuster <em>The Dark Knight Rises</em> as a police officer. He later took on a role in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicolas_Winding_Refn">Nicolas Winding Refn</a>’s psychological thriller <em>The Neon Demon</em> (2016), playing a darker and more intense character that marked a shift from his earlier roles.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Public Image</h2>

<p>Desmond Harrington is known for his intense acting style and charisma on screen. Standing at 5'10", he has frequently been noted for his good looks and was named one of E! Online’s “Sizzlin’ 16” in 2002. As of recent estimates, his net worth is around $4 million—reflecting a career built on determination and versatility in both film and television.</p>

<p>While generally private about his personal life, Harrington was seen shopping with a girlfriend, reportedly browsing engagement rings, though no official announcements have been made regarding a possible engagement.</p>

<p>Fans interested in updates on his career and projects can follow him on Twitter, where he occasionally shares insights into his professional journey and future plans.</p>

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