Jason Beghe is an American actor best known for his intense and gritty portrayal of law enforcement characters, especially in the hit TV series Chicago P.D. Here’s a detailed overview:

👤 Jason Beghe – Profile

Full Name: Jason Deneen Beghe
Date of Birth: March 12, 1960
Place of Birth: New York City, USA
Profession: Actor
Years Active: 1985–present
Zodiac Sign: Pisces

 

🎬 Career Highlights

💥 Best Known For:

  • Sergeant Hank Voight in:

    • Chicago P.D. (2014–present)

    • Chicago Fire

    • Chicago Med

    • Law & Order: SVU

His role as Hank Voight, the tough and morally complex police sergeant, is widely praised for its raw intensity and realism. His signature raspy voice adds to his commanding screen presence.

🎥 Other Notable Roles:

  • G.I. Jane (1997) – opposite Demi Moore

  • Californication – as Richard Bates

  • Guest roles in:

    • Criminal Minds

    • CSI

    • NCIS

    • Castle

    • Melrose Place

 

🗣️ Distinctive Voice:

Beghe’s trademark deep, gravelly voice is the result of a near-fatal car accident in the late ’90s that damaged his vocal cords. This has become one of his most recognizable traits.

🔥 Personal Life:

  • He was once a close friend of David Duchovny (The X-Files)—they attended prep school together.

  • Jason was formerly involved with the Church of Scientology but became one of its most outspoken critics after leaving the organization in the 2000s.

  • He was married to Angie Janu from 2000 until their divorce in 2019; they have two children.

🎖️ Why Fans Love Him:

  • Tough but human performances

  • No-nonsense attitude on-screen

  • Advocacy for freedom from Scientology