Tracy Letts is an American playwright, screenwriter, and actor, born on July 4, 1965, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning play, August: Osage County, which explores the complexities of family dynamics. Letts has also written several other acclaimed plays, including Bug and Killer Joe. In addition to his work in theater, Letts has appeared in various films and television series. He is recognized for his roles in Little Big Lies and The Big Short. Letts's contributions to both stage and screen have made him a prominent figure in contemporary American drama.