5 Uncommon Facts About Kevin Spacey

Two-time Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is known his roles in "Se7en," "American Beauty" and currently as Frank Underwood on "House of Cards." Here are 5 uncommon facts about Kevin Spacey.

Two-time Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is best known for his roles in "Se7en," "American Beauty" and currently as Frank Underwood on "House of Cards." Here are 5 uncommon facts about Kevin Spacey.

Number 5. Spacey is his middle name. The actor's actual last name is Fowler, but for professional purposes he shortened his name to Kevin Spacey.

Number 4. Was a co-valedictorian. He shared this honor with actress Mare Winningham at Chatsworth High School in California.

Number 3. He was sent to a military academy. After setting his sister's treehouse on fire, Spacey's parents had him go to California's Northridge Military Academy. He ending up getting expelled for hitting a classmate with a tire.

Number 2. Wanted to be a stand-up comedian. After graduating from high school, Spacey delved into stand-up, even auditioning for "The Gong Show". He wasn't successful and aimed his sights on acting afterwards.

Number 1. Is a great impressionist.

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