Billy Crystal

Actor and comedian with 'When Harry Met Sally...'

Billy Crystal - Actor and comedian with 'When Harry Met Sally...'
Born

March 14th, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor, comedian, director, producer, and screenwriter, this individual gained significant recognition through various roles in film and television. Achievements include notable performances in the film 'When Harry Met Sally...' and the animated film 'Monsters, Inc.', where the character Mike Wazowski became iconic. This individual has hosted the Academy Awards multiple times, showcasing versatility and appeal in the entertainment industry. Besides film, contributions to television with memorable appearances on series exemplified a talent for comedy that resonated with audiences.

Starred in 'When Harry Met Sally...'

Voiced Mike Wazowski in 'Monsters, Inc.'

Hosted the Academy Awards nine times

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