Kenneth O'Donnell — Thirteen Days Character Profile

About Kenneth O'Donnell

One of Kennedy's top advisers who contacts U-2 pilots to ensure they do not report being shot at, preventing forced retaliation under engagement rules.

Kenneth O'Donnell — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Kevin Costner

Appears in

Thirteen Days (2000)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Kenneth O'Donnell — Professional Chief Of Staff — John F. Kennedy (Bruce Greenwood)

  Formal presidential aide responsible for operational coordination and information management.

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