A versatile actor whose voice may be more familiar than his face, Hank Azaria was born April 25, 1964, in Queens, N.Y. He attended Tufts University in Medford, Mass., and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. TV and stage work led to Azaria's film debut in a small role in Pretty Woman (1990).At about the same time, he began a long association with the TV classic "The Simpsons," providing the voices of Chief Wiggum, Apu, Comic Book Guy, Moe Syzlak, Cletus and other residents of Springfield. His many TV credits include the telefilm Tuesdays with Morrie, opposite Jack Lemmon in his final role.
On the big screen, Azaria has been seen in Celebrity, Mystery Men, Godzilla, America's Sweethearts, The Birdcage, Along Came Polly and Dodgeball. In 2005, Azaria played Sir Lancelot in the Broadway musical "Spamalot," based on the cult film Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Run, Fat Boy, RunAfter leaving his pregnant fiancée, Libby (Thandie Newton), at the altar five years ago, a remorseful Dennis (Simon Pegg) tries to repair the damage and win Libby away from her sleazy new boyfriend (Hank Azaria) by training for a marathon. Trouble is, he's hopelessly out of shape. Will losing... Read More
Tuesdays with MorrieWhen Mitch Albom (Hank Azaria) learns his beloved professor, Morrie Schwartz (Jack Lemmon), is dying with Lou Gehrig's Disease, he reconnects with his mentor and learns from him all over again -- but this time, they're studying life. Mitch might be a successful sports columnist and television host,... Read More
Mystery, AlaskaIn Mystery, Alaska, life revolves around the legendary Saturday hockey game at the local pond. But everything changes when the hometown team unexpectedly gets booked in an exhibition match against the New York Rangers. Read More
Mystery MenThis comedy spoof follows a team of far-from-super heroes as they try to overcome their shortcomings and earn respect. Champion City is kept safe by the brave and dashing Captain Amazing, but when he disappears, the Mystery Men spring into action. Read More
Quiz ShowRobert Redford directs this infamous true story of Charles Van Doren (Ralph Fiennes), who rocketed to national fame as a repeat winner on the TV quiz show "Twenty-One." In the late 1950s, prime-time game shows were a cultural phenomenon. But the American public didn't realize it was being hoodwinked... Read More
