Harland Williams
Actor and screenwriter from Canada
Born
November 14th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Canada
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Born in 1962, an actor and screenwriter gained recognition through performances in films and television. Best recognized for roles in 'Dumb and Dumber' and 'Half Baked', also contributed to writing for several projects. His style reflects a blend of humor and quirky characters, appealing to audiences across various platforms.
Starred in 'Dumb and Dumber'
Played a prominent role in 'Half Baked'
Contributed to writing screenplays
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