Biography
" Sleiman, whose on-screen career began in 2004 with small but significant roles on television and in features like "American Dreamz" (2006), won praise and award nominations as the earnest young musician who gives drumming lessons and inspiration to Richard Jenkins' downtrodden academic. The film's critical success helped to elevate Sleiman from hard-working background player to the status of supporting actor on the rise.
Born in Lebanon, …
Career Milestones
2009 | Played the title characters gay coworker Mo-Mo in the first season of Showtime's "Nurse Jackie" |
2008 | Nominated for the 2008 Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male ("The Visitor") |
2007 | Received critical acclaim for his role as a Syrian musician in the independent drama "The Visitor" |
2007 | Had a recurring role as a terrorist suspect in the FOX series "24" |
2006 | Played an Arab billionaire in the short-lived CBS series, "Company Town" |
2006 | Had a small role as a militant leader in Paul Weitz's comedy film "American Dreamz" |
2004 | Made feature debut in the gay-themed comedy "The Ski Trip" |
2003 | Professional acting debut in the Off-Broadway play, "The Joys of Lipstick" |
Awards
2009 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male in The Visitor |