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Ben Stiller

Born
Nov 30, 1965 · Age 60
Place of birth
New York City, New York, USA
Gender
Male
Movie credits
134
TV credits
104
Directing credits
21
Also known as (1)
  • Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller

Biography

Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller (born November 30, 1965) is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as There's Something About Mary (1998), Zoolander (2001), and Tropic Thunder (2008). Stiller is also known for his work in franchises such as the Meet the Parents films (2000–2010), the Madagascar franchise (2005–2012), and the Night at the Museum films (2006–2014). His films have grossed over $2.6 billion in Canada and the United States, with an average of $79 million per film.  His awards and…