Bobby Farrelly
Film director and screenwriter of comedies
Born
June 17th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American director, producer, and screenwriter achieved prominence through collaborations with brother Peter Farrelly. Directed and co-wrote films, establishing a reputation in comedy. Best recognized for the film 'There's Something About Mary', which became a box office hit. Other notable works include 'Dumb and Dumber' and 'Me, Myself & Irene'.
Directed 'There's Something About Mary'
Co-directed 'Dumb and Dumber'
Produced 'Me, Myself & Irene'
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