Greg Louganis - Actor Profile

Greg Louganis

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
20Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 29, 1960
Birth Place: El Cajon, California, USA

About Greg Louganis

Gregory Efthimios "Greg" Louganis (/luːˈɡeɪnɪs/; born January 29, 1960) is an American Olympic diver, LGBT activist, and author who won gold medals at the 1984 and 1988 Summer Olympics, on both the springboard and platform. He is the only male and the second diver in Olympic history to sweep the diving events in consecutive Olympic Games. He has been called both "the greatest American diver" and "probably the greatest diver in history". Louganis had been a theatre major in college, and in the late 1980s and 1990s, Louganis acted in several in movies, including Touch Me in 1997. In 1993, he played the role of Darius in an Off-Broadway production of the play Jeffrey. In 1995, he starred for six weeks in the Off-Broadway production of Dan Butler's one-man-show about gay life, The Only Thing Worse You Could Have Told Me, taking over from Butler himself. In the play, he portrayed 14 different characters. In 2008 he appeared in the film Watercolors, in the role of Coach Brown, a swimming instructor in a high school. In 2012, he appeared in the penultimate episode of the second season of IFC's comedy Portlandia, playing himself.

Greg Louganis Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Greg Louganis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Greg Louganis's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Greg Louganis's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains My Dog: An Unconditional Love Story, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Greg Louganis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Greg Louganis's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Greg Louganis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Greg Louganis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Greg Louganis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Greg Louganis is "My Dog: An Unconditional Love Story" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Greg Louganis acted in?

Greg Louganis has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Greg Louganis?

Other notable films include "The Devil's Share", "The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom", and "Back on Board: Greg Louganis".

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