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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p><a href="/biography/t-r-knight">Theodore Raymond Knight</a>, known professionally as T. R. Knight, is an American <a href="/biography/t-r-knight">actor</a> born on March 26, 1973, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He became involved in theater at a young age, joining the acclaimed Guthrie Theater at just five years old. He attended the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota, for high school, and later enrolled at the University of St. Thomas. However, Knight decided to leave university to focus on his passion for acting, earning lead roles in several productions at the Guthrie Theater.</p>

<h2>Stage Career and Award Recognition</h2>

<p>Knight began gaining attention for his stage work, particularly in New York City. In 2003, he earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play for his performance in the MCC Theater’s production of <i>Scattergood</i>. His stage credits also include work on and off-Broadway, showcasing his versatility and range as a performer.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough Role in Grey’s Anatomy</h2>

<p>In 2005, T. R. Knight rose to national fame after being cast as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_O'Malley">Dr.</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_O'Malley">George O’Malley</a> in the popular ABC medical drama <i>Grey’s Anatomy</i>. His portrayal of the kind-hearted and earnest surgical intern quickly made him a fan favorite. His performance earned him a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the 59<sup>th</sup> Primetime Emmy Awards in 2007.</p>

<p>Knight exited the show after its fifth season in 2009, citing a “breakdown in communication” with the series' <a href="/biography/shonda-rhimes">executive producer</a>, <a href="/biography/shonda-rhimes">Shonda Rhimes</a>. His concerns centered around diminishing screen time and challenges he experienced after publicly coming out as gay in 2006.</p>

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<h2>Personal Life and Marriage</h2>

<p>T. R. Knight is openly gay and has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility in the entertainment industry. On October 5, 2013, he married his longtime partner, Patrick B. Leahy. Leahy, a professional ballet dancer and writer, had been dating Knight for five years prior to their wedding. The couple married in an intimate ceremony held in Hudson, New York.</p>

<h2>Continued Work and Legacy</h2>

<p>Following his time on <i>Grey’s Anatomy</i>, Knight returned to the stage and took on various roles in both television and film. He has remained active in the entertainment industry, admired for both his acting talent and his commitment to authenticity, especially regarding LGBTQ+ representation in media.</p>

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