Rick Moranis

Rick Moranis is a Canadian actor, comedian, musician, songwriter, writer, and producer known for his work in Second City Television (SCTV) and several Hollywood films.

Movie Actor

April 18, 1953

Aries

71

Toronto, Canada

Canadian actor, comedian, musician, and writer Rick Moranis gained fame in the 1980s and 1990s with roles in popular comedy films such as “Ghostbusters,” “Spaceballs,” “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,” and “Little Shop of Horrors.” He was also a cast member on the television show “Second City Television” and wrote and starred in the comedy series “SCTV Network.” Moranis received critical acclaim for his role in “Parenthood” and earned a Grammy nomination for his comedy album “The Agoraphobic Cowboy.” His other notable works include “Strange Brew,” “Streets of Fire,” and “Ghostbusters II.” Interestingly, Moranis began his career as a radio DJ while still in high school, eventually writing, producing, and hosting his own show.