Matt LeBlanc
Matt LeBlanc rose to fame as Joey Tribbiani in "Friends", captivating audiences with his comedic brilliance and endearing personality.
TV Actor
July 25, 1967
Leo
57
Newton, Massachusetts, United States
Matt LeBlanc, born in Newton, Massachusetts, rose to fame for his iconic portrayal of Joey Tribbiani in the legendary sitcom “Friends” (1994-2004). His character’s struggles with learning French contrast with LeBlanc’s real-life fluency in the language due to his half-French heritage.
After “Friends,” LeBlanc reprised his role as Joey in the eponymous sitcom “Joey” (2004-2006). He went on to star in the critically acclaimed BBC sitcom “Episodes” (2016), earning him a Golden Globe Award for his performance.
LeBlanc’s film credits include “Lost in Space” (1998), “Charlie’s Angels” (2000), and “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” (2003).
Throughout his career, LeBlanc has garnered numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a People’s Choice Award. He received four Emmy Award nominations and was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011.
Beyond acting, LeBlanc is a car enthusiast, a pilot, and an avid sports fan, particularly of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. He is also known for his support of the Democratic Party.
