Sound engineer and producer for recordings of classical music.
In 1985, became a member of the Steppenwolf Theatre ensemble.
Gary has appeared in numerous award-winning productions in Chicago as well as off-Broadway in New York.
Began acting as Snoopy in a high school production of Youre a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Attended Illinois State University where he was among fellow actors Laurie Metcalf and John Malkovich.
Received the honor as being a Distinguished Alumnus at Rolling Meadows High School.
Don Johnson & Philip Michael Thomas edged out Cole and Jimmy Smits for the roles of Crockett & Tubbs in "Miami Vice" .
Has a daughter with Teddi Siddall.
Daughter, Mary, diagnosed with autism at age 28 months. In 2007, at age 14, she is responding very well to education, treatment, and a special friend - a dog named Tattinger. Cole relates their experience in the anthological book, "Love Heels: Tales from Canine Companions for Independence." Although autism is not curable, it is very treatable, and Mary is, by all appearances, a normal child due to treatment, support, and the dedication of loving parents.
He has played both the President and Vice-President of the United States in different productions: President Mike Brady in The Brady Bunch in the White House and Vice-President Bob Russell in "The West Wing" .
He was nominated for a 1981 Joseph Jefferson Award For Cameo Performance for his role in "The Magnolia Club" at the Novel Ventures Ltd. Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
He was nominated for a 1982 Joseph Jefferson Award for Actor in a Principal Role in a Play for "The Tooth of Crime" at the Remains Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
He was awarded the 1987 Joseph Jefferson Award for Actor in a Principal Role in a Play for "Bang" at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, Illinois.
He was awarded the 1987 Joseph Jefferson Award for Actor in a Principal Role in a Play for "Bang" at the Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
Went to college with John Malkovich.
Longtime friend of William Petersen.
Appeared as an extra in the classic 1995 episode of Seinfeld "The Soup Nazi", he can be seen standing behind Jerry and George while they are queuing at the soup restaurant and Banya approaches Jerry.
Playboy Photography Director.
National Religious Broadcasters Award - 2006: Director & Digital Artist for "The Way of the Master" animation opener. "Way of the Master" won the National Religous Broadcasters "Best Program" Award.
National Religious Broadcasters Award - 2005: Director & Digital Artist for "The Way of the Master" animation opener. "Way of the Master" won the National Religous Broadcasters "Best Program" Award.
Aurora Awards - 2003: Producer, Director & Director of Photography for Alcoa corporate video. "History of Alcoa" was produced for Creative Connections Advertising. It won Gold Award for "Technical Skills".
Telly Awards - 2005: Director & Digital Artist for "The Way of the Master" animation opener. "Way of the Master" won "Technical Merit" Award.
Peoples Choice Awards - 2004: Director & Digital Artist for "The Way of the Master" animation opener. "Way of the Master" won "Best Technical Achievement".
Peoples Choice Awards - 2006: Director & Digital Artist for "The Way of the Master" animation opener. "Way of the Master" won "Best Technical Achievement".
