Mandel Bruce Patinkin is an American actor and singer, known for his work in musical theatre, television and film. He is a critically acclaimed Broadway performer, having received three Tony Award nominations, winning for his leading role in Evita (1980), and seven Drama Desk Award nominations. For his work in television he has received seven Primetime Emmy Award nominations (winning one). He has also received a Screen Actors Guild Award, and three Golden Globe Award nominations.
Patinkin made his theatre debut in 1975 starring opposite Meryl Streep in the revival of the comic play Trelawny of the 'Wells' at The Public Theatre's Shakespeare Festival. He then originated the iconic role of Che in the original Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Evita, in 1979, as well as that of Georges Seurat in Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George, in 1984.Patinkin is also known for his leading roles in various shows on television, playing Dr. Jeffrey Geiger in Chicago Hope (1994–2000), SSA Jason Gideon in the crime-drama television series Criminal Minds (2005–2007), and Saul Berenson in the Showtime drama series Homeland (2011–2020). For his work in television he earned seven Primetime Emmy Award nominations winning for Outstanding Leading Actor in a Drama Series for Chicago Hope in 1995. Patinkin has had recurring roles in Dead Like Me (2003–2004) and The Good Fight (2021).
Over his career Patinkin has become known for his performances in film including his iconic portrayal of Inigo Montoya in Rob Reiner's family adventure film The Princess Bride (1987). He also starred alongside Barbra Streisand in the musical epic Yentl (1983), where he received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy nomination. His other film credits include Miloš Forman's Ragtime (1981), Warren Beatty's Dick Tracy (1990), Wonder (2017), and Life Itself (2018).
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Some of their strengths
Mandy Patinkin has many admirable traits.
Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Energetic, Strong, Innovative, Imaginative, Perseverent, Altruistic, and Optimistic.
Adventurous and Independent
According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Mandy Patinkin is someone who is an adventurous, independent, and energetic person, who is insightful, imaginative, generous, and honest. A person who defines themself by their friends and what groups they belong to.
Active and Precise
Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Mandy Patinkin well know them as someone who can be tough, active, and sharp, like a sword.
Altruistic and Innovative
According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Mandy Patinkin as someone who is altruistic, inventive, energetic, and socially-conscious.
Who is inventive, open-minded and inquisitive, optimistic and cooperative, and who loves working together with others.
Influential and Dynamic
Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Mandy Patinkin is someone who tends to be focused on spreading ideas, information, and activities.
They are also someone who is charismatic, compassionate, and understanding, and who is interested in expressing themselves through writing, public speaking, or teaching.
Optimistic and Quick-witted
According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Mandy Patinkin tends to be someone who is optimistic and spontaneous, and who has a clear and analytical mind. Who can be witty, with a happy-go-lucky- nature that makes others cheerful, and who possesses an adventurous zest for life.
Some of Mandy Patinkin's challenges
While Mandy Patinkin has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.
For example, Mandy Patinkin can be Stubborn, Bossy, Impulsive, Careless, Idle, Rebellious, and Emotionally Distant.
Impulsive and Careless
One of Mandy Patinkin's key challenges is that they are someone who can be impulsive and careless.
Mandy Patinkin must also exercise caution as they can have a hard time reconciling wants and needs.
Anxious and Inflexible
Mandy Patinkin is someone who can be high-strung, impatient, and inflexible, who can be "penny wise and pound foolish", have poor listening skills, and who can be intolerant of people who share a different world view.
Irritable and Callous
Finally, Mandy Patinkin also can be short-tempered, childish, insensitive, and careless at times.
