Ed Begley

Actor, environmental activist, and entrepreneur known for roles in "St. Elsewhere", "The Right Stuff", and "Batman Forever". Passionate advocate for renewable energy and sustainable living.

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Birth Name :

Edward James Begley

Profession :

Movie Actor

Birthday :

March 25, 1901

Star Sign :

Aries

Death Date:

April 28, 1970

Age :

69

Birthplace :

Hartford, Connecticut

Ed Begley Jr. is an American actor, environmental activist, and entrepreneur, best known for his roles in films such as “St. Elsewhere,” “The Right Stuff,” and “Batman Forever.” Born as the son of actor Ed Begley Sr. and actress Amanda Huff, he developed an early interest in acting and went on to study theater at the University of California, Berkeley.

Begley began his acting career in the early 1970s, appearing in small roles in films and television shows. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich in the medical drama series “St. Elsewhere,” which aired from 1982 to 1988. Since then, he has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including “Trading Places” (1983), “Pineapple Express” (2008), and “Arrested Development” (2003-2019). In addition to his live-action roles, Begley is also known for his voice work in animated films and television shows such as “The Land Before Time” (1988), “A Bug’s Life” (1998), and “Finding Nemo” (2003).

Throughout his career, Begley has received several awards and nominations for his acting work. In 1984, he won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in “St. Elsewhere.” He was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture for his role in “Trading Places” (1984) and an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his role in “The Big Town” (1987). In 2010, Begley was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In his personal life, Begley has been married to Rachelle Carson since 1976, and the couple has two children, Amanda and Nicholas. He is a dedicated activist for environmental causes and sustainable living, having co-founded the environmental organization “Green Wish” with his wife. Begley has been a vegan for over 40 years and is an avid cyclist, participating in several charity bike rides. He is also a licensed pilot who enjoys flying small planes. As a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Screen Actors Guild, Begley continues to be an influential figure in the entertainment industry and a passionate advocate for environmental issues.