Gil: I've had a few opportunities in my life to be a part of classic entertainment and anytime you have a chance to be a part of something that can stand the test of time, you relish it.
Gil: (about starring in "Ally McBeal") It's the role of a lifetime and she's incredibly good.
In 1996, Gil played himself in Al Pacino's documentary movie titled "Looking for Richard," based on William Shakespeare's novel.
Gil's first ever appearence on TV screen was in an episode of "Law & Order" in 1991.
In 1998, Gil was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award along with his fellow co-stars from FOX's drama series "Ally McBeal."
In 1994, Gil landed his first movie role in the prison drama "The Shawshank Redemption."
In February 1998, Gil was featured on the "TV Guide" magazine cover photo.
Gil was a reader on "Exit to Eden," a Random House Audio Book by Anne Rice.
He has two daughter with his wife Rya Kihlstedt.