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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 25, 1964 |
| Birthplace | United States of America, New York State, Forest Hills |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Unknown |
| Agency | Free (North America) |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1985 |
Biography
The Simpsons where he voices over 20 characters including Moe Szyslak, Chief Wiggum, Comic Book Guy, and Professor Frink. Despite having no prior experience as a voice actor, his improvisational skills and versatile voice work have made him an indispensable part of the show. He is also active in theater and film as a multi-talented performer.
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
Studied acting at Tufts University and American Musical and Dramatic Academy → Worked as a television and film actor → Voiced minor characters in The Simpsons with no prior voice acting experience → Became an indispensable part of the show with his versatile voice work
Personality
Known for his improvisational talent, his ad-libs during recording sessions are often used. He is meticulous and never skips researching his roles, delving deeply into the background of each character.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 3 of 3).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moe Szyslak (The Simpsons) | |||
| Chief Wiggum (The Simpsons) | |||
| Apu Nahasapeemapetilon (The Simpsons) |
Awards
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance
