Bob Balaban
Data di nascita: 16 agosto 1945
Luogo di nascita: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Robert Elmer Balaban, Born: August 16, 1945, Chicago, Illinois, U.S (Height: 5' 5" [1.65 m]). is an American actor, author, comedian, director, and producer. He is best known for his appearances in the Christopher Guest mockumentary comedies Waiting for Guffman (1996), Best in Show (2000), A Mighty Wind (2003), and For Your Consideration (2006), as well as his roles in the films Midnight Cowboy (1969), Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Altered States (1980), 2010 (1984), Deconstructing Harry (1997), and Capote (2005). Balaban has also directed three feature films, in addition to numerous television episodes and films. He is also an author of children's novels. Balaban began his career in the 1960s, appearing in small roles in films and television shows. He made his breakthrough role in the 1969 film Midnight Cowboy, playing a young hustler who befriends an aging rodeo cowboy. In the 1970s, Balaban appeared in a number of popular films, including Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Altered States (1980), and 2010 (1984). He also continued to work in television, appearing in recurring roles on the shows Lou Grant and Designing Women. In the 1990s, Balaban began a long and fruitful collaboration with filmmaker Christopher Guest. He appeared in all of Guest's mockumentary comedies, including Waiting for Guffman (1996), Best in Show (2000), A Mighty Wind (2003), and For Your Consideration (2006). Balaban's performances in these films were widely praised, and he earned a reputation as one of the most reliable comedic actors in Hollywood. In addition to his work in film and television, Balaban has also directed three feature films: The Last Shot (1999), Bernie (2011), and A Little Help (2010). He is also a successful author of children's novels, and he has won several awards for his writing. Balaban is a respected and versatile actor who has enjoyed a long and successful career in the entertainment industry. He is known for his sharp wit, his impeccable comedic timing, and his ability to create memorable characters. He is a true Renaissance man, and he is sure to continue to entertain audiences for many years to come. Balaban has been nominated for numerous awards throughout his career. He has won two Primetime Emmy Awards, for his work on the television shows Lou Grant and Designing Women. He has also been nominated for two Tony Awards, for his performances in the Broadway plays The Norman Conquests and The Plough and the Stars. Balaban is a recipient of the American Film Institute's Lifetime Achievement Award. He is also a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Balaban is married to Lynn Grossman, and they have two children together. He is a resident of New York City.
Filmografia
Film e serie TV in cui Bob Balaban ha recitato o preso parte
Film
Film · Commedia · 2026
Film · Commedia · 2024
Film · Documentario · 2023
Film · Commedia · 2023
Film · Commedia · 2023
Film · Commedia · 2022
Film · Dramma · 2021
Film · Commedia · 2021
Film · Documentario · 2019
Film · Commedia · 2018
Film · Avventura · 2018
Film · Documentario · 2017
Film · Commedia · 2016
Film · Horror · 2016
Film · Documentario · 2016
Film · Documentario · 2016
Film · Documentario · 2016
Film · Documentario · 2015
Film · Documentario · 2015
Film · Documentario · 2015
Film · Documentario · 2014
Film · Commedia · 2014
Film · Guerra · 2014
Film · Dramma · 2013
Film · Commedia · 2013
Film · Commedia · 2012
Film · Commedia · 2012
Film · Commedia · 2012
Film · Commedia · 2012
Film · Commedia · 2011
Film · Dramma · 2010
Film · Commedia · 2010
Film · Thriller · 2009
Film · Dramma · 2009
Film · Documentario · 2009
Film · Dramma · 2008
Film · Commedia · 2007
Film · Commedia · 2007
Film · Commedia · 2007
Film · Documentario · 2007
Film · Commedia · 2006
Film · Commedia · 2006
Film · Dramma · 2006
Film · Dramma · 2006
Film · Documentario · 2006
Film · Crime · 2005
Film · Commedia · 2005
Film · Dramma · 2004
Film · Commedia · 2004
Film · Commedia · 2003
Film · Thriller · 2002
Film · Documentario · 2002
Film · Azione · 2002
Film · Dramma · 2001
Film · Dramma · 2001
Film · Commedia · 2001
Film · Documentario · 2001
Film · Azione · 2001
Film · Commedia · 2000
Film · Commedia · 2000
Film · Dramma · 1999
Film · Commedia · 1999
Film · Commedia · 1999
Film · Dramma · 1999
Film · Horror · 1999
Film · Commedia · 1998
Film · Commedia · 1997
Film · televisione film · 1997
Film · Commedia · 1997
Film · Dramma · 1997
Film · Commedia · 1997
Film · Commedia · 1997
Film · Commedia · 1996
Film · Commedia · 1996
Film · Horror · 1995
Film · Horror · 1995
Film · Dramma · 1994
Film · Commedia · 1994
Film · Commedia · 1994
Film · Commedia · 1993
Film · Commedia · 1993
Film · Azione · 1993
Film · Commedia · 1992
Film · Dramma · 1992
Film · Dramma · 1991
Film · Fantasy · 1990
Film · Horror · 1990
Film · Horror · 1990
Film · Azione · 1989
Film · Horror · 1989
Film · Documentario · 1988
Film · Azione · 1987
Film · Commedia · 1987
Film · Thriller · 1984
Film · Romance · 1984
Film · Documentario · 1984
Film · Horror · 1983
Film · Dramma · 1983
Film · Dramma · 1981
Film · Dramma · 1981
Film · Dramma · 1981
Film · Horror · 1980
Film · Dramma · 1978
Film · Fantascienza · 1977
Film · Crime · 1975
Film · Commedia · 1974
Film · Dramma · 1971
Film · Commedia · 1971
Film · Dramma · 1970
Film · Guerra · 1970
Film · Dramma · 1969
Film · Dramma · 1969
Serie TV
Serie · Dramma · 2022
Serie · Dramma · 2021
Serie · Commedia · 2020
Serie · Commedia · 2019
Serie · Animazione · 2018
Serie · Crime · 2018
Serie · Documentario · 2018
Serie · Documentario · 2017
Serie · Dramma · 2016
Serie · Crime · 2015
Serie · Talk · 2014
Serie · Commedia · 2014
Serie · Commedia · 2013
Serie · Commedia · 2013
Serie · Dramma · 2012
Serie · Animazione · 2011
Serie · Commedia · 2011
Serie · Documentario · 2010
Serie · Dramma · 2009
Serie · Dramma · 2009
Serie · Commedia · 2008
Serie · Dramma · 2008
Serie · Commedia · 2005
Serie · Animazione · 2005
Serie · Animazione · 2004
Serie · Commedia · 2004
Serie · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · 2002
Serie · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · 1999
Serie · Dramma · 1999
Serie · Commedia · 1999
Serie · Crime · 1997
Serie · Animazione · 1995
Serie · Western · 1995
Serie · Commedia · 1994
Serie · Mistero · 1991
Serie · Famiglia · 1989
Serie · Commedia · 1989
Serie · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · 1985
Serie · Crime · 1984
Serie · Commedia · 1980
Serie · Commedia · 1972
Serie · Commedia · 1969
Serie · Commedia · 1969
Serie · Action & Adventure · 1968
Serie · Commedia · 1965
Serie · Commedia · 1961