See what the various cast members of the 1997 film are doing, decades later.

He has a knack for writing and directing roles for actors that earn them accolades and a bigger platform.

HisBoogie Nightscast included a mix of established stars and up-and-comers.

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Decades later, where are they now?

He’s also executive produced television shows likeBoardwalk Empire,Ballers, andIn Treatment.

War Machine, beginning with 2010’sIron Man 2to Disney+‘splanned spin-off seriesabout his character.

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He’s most known for starring as Frank Gallagher onShameless, which aired for 11 seasons.

His performance earned him six Emmy nominations and three Screen Actors Guild awards.

Parker is married to fellow actor Boris Kodjoe.

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