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Kyle MacLachlan

Appearances: 3Shows: 3Latest: Oct 8, 2026

Latest appearance: Oct 8, 2026 on The Daily Show →

Kyle MacLachlan is an actor recognized for his work in film and television, often collaborating with director David Lynch. He is widely known for playing Agent Dale Cooper in the mystery drama series Twin Peaks.

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The Daily Show (1)
Kyle MacLachlan Reckons with His Characters in “Fictional Selves” | The Daily Show
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Kyle MacLachlan Reckons with His Characters in “Fictional Selves” | The Daily Show
Kyle MacLachlan discusses his memoir Fictional Selves, tracing his unlikely leap from Seattle theater to David Lynch’s Dune and the career uncertainty that followed its failure. He also reflects on Twin Peaks, learning to advocate for a longer Desperate Housewives role, embracing Showgirls’ afterlife and confronting an inner critic that once made him undercut his own performances.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! (1)
Kyle MacLachlan reflects on the experiences collected in Fictional Selves, from beginning his film career with Dune and learning songs from Sting to finding a deeper acting process and encountering Sex and the City fans around New York.
Kyle MacLachlan on Filming Dune, Playing an Impotent Guy on Sex and the City & Working with Sting
Interview
Kyle MacLachlan on Filming Dune, Playing an Impotent Guy on Sex and the City & Working with Sting
Kyle MacLachlan discusses his memoir Fictional Selves, reflecting on how his early film roles shaped his career. He recalls landing Dune at 23, learning Police songs from Sting on set, deepening his acting approach through Laura Dern, and receiving sympathetic encouragement from New Yorkers after his Sex and the City role.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (1)
Kyle MacLachlan, The Internet's Dad, On His Quest To Understand The Youths
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Kyle MacLachlan, The Internet's Dad, On His Quest To Understand The Youths
Kyle MacLachlan talks about returning as the internet’s dad, understanding younger people and his role in season two of Fallout.

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