Chris Kramer (actor)

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Chris Kramer
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Kramer at the 2005 Gatecon.
Born (1975-05-14) May 14, 1975 (age 48)
OccupationActor
Years active2000–present

Chris Kramer (born May 14, 1975) is a Canadian actor. He is best known for the starring role of Morgan Pym, in the Citytv television show The Collector .

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Kramer was born in Regina, Saskatchewan. He lived in different cities in Canada before settling in Calgary with his family. When he was 21, he dropped out of college and moved to Vancouver. He got his big break when he was cast in the lead role of Morgan Pym in 'The Collector.' He is best known for his roles on '24,' 'Saving Grace,' 'The Collector,' and 'Jericho.' He is a two time Leo Award and Monte Carlo Television Festival Nominee.[ citation needed ]

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