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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
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Tommy Lee Jones, an acclaimed American <a href="/biography/tommy-lee-jones">actor</a> and film director, was born on September 15, 1946, in San Saba, Texas. His mother, Lucille Marie (Scott), was a police officer, schoolteacher, and beauty shop owner, while his father, Clyde C. Jones, worked in the oil fields. Tommy had a younger brother who died in infancy, leaving him as an only child.
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Jones attended the prestigious St. Mark's School of Texas, a boys' preparatory school in Dallas, on a scholarship. He later enrolled at Harvard University, also on scholarship, where he studied English literature. While at Harvard, he roomed with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Gore">Al Gore</a>, the future <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Gore">Vice President</a> of the United States. Tommy played offensive guard on the university's football team and participated in the famous 1968 Harvard-Yale game known as “The Tie”, which ended in a 29-29 draw. He graduated cum laude in 1969 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature.
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<h2>Early Career and Personal Life</h2>
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After graduating, Jones moved to New York City to pursue an acting career. He began performing in theatrical productions and made his film debut in 1970 with a small role in the romantic drama <i>Love Story</i>. 
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On December 31, 1971, he married actress and writer Kate Lardner. The couple moved to Los Angeles, where Jones helped raise Kate’s two children from a previous relationship. Their marriage ended in divorce on February 9, 1978.
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While filming <i>Back Roads</i>, Jones met photographer Kimberlea Cloughley. They married in 1981 and had two children: Victoria and Austin Leonard Jones. The couple divorced in 1996. Notably, his son Austin appeared with him in the 1986 television movie <i>Yuri Nosenko, KGB</i>, portraying his on-screen son.
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<h2>Acting Career and Critical Acclaim</h2>
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Tommy Lee Jones' acting career flourished across stage, television, and film. He gained acclaim for television roles in <i>The Executioner's Song</i> and the award-winning miniseries <i>Lonesome Dove</i>. His breakout film role came in 1993 when he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of U.S. Marshal Samuel Gerard in the thriller <i>The Fugitive</i>.
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Known for his commanding presence, distinct gravelly voice, and strong Texas accent, Jones often portrays real-life historical figures, including <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Gilmore">Gary Gilmore</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thaddeus_Stevens">Thaddeus Stevens</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oliver_Lynn">Oliver Lynn</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ty_Cobb">Ty Cobb</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Hughes">Howard Hughes</a>, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clay_Shaw">Clay Shaw</a>. He has also worked as a voice actor and screenwriter.
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<h2>Later Work and Recognition</h2>
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Following his <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Awards">Oscar</a> win, Jones continued to take on diverse and often intense roles. In 2007, he received another Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in <i>In the Valley of Elah</i>. This nomination came 14 years after his <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Awards">Oscar</a> win, illustrating his longevity and range in Hollywood.
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In 2000, Jones drew political attention when he delivered a nominating speech for his former college roommate and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Gore">friend</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Gore">Al Gore</a> at the Democratic National Convention. 
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<h2>Personal Interests and Lifestyle</h2>
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Outside of acting, Tommy Lee Jones is an avid <a href="/biography/tommy-lee-jones">horseman</a> and part-time cattle rancher. He owns a 3,000-acre ranch near San Antonio, Texas, where he breeds and trains polo ponies. A passionate polo player, he regularly invites other players to his ranch each fall for practice, although he sustained an injury during a match in 1998.
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Fluent in Spanish, Jones maintains a relatively private personal life. On March 19, 2001, he married his third wife, Dawn Jones. As of now, the couple continues to live together without public signs of separation.
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<h2>Net Worth and Legacy</h2>
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Tommy Lee Jones has successfully diversified his career across acting, directing, and writing, contributing significantly to American cinema. His professional work has earned him an estimated net worth of $85 million. Known for his depth of character, affinity for Texan-influenced roles, and commitment to historically grounded performances, Jones remains a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
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