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Bill Hader
Active Hollywood (American Film & Television)
- FromTulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- Based inLos Angeles, California, United States
- Age48 years
- Active2004–present
- Updated
Bill Hader Biography Information
- Real Name: William Thomas Hader Jr.
- Screen Name: Bill Hader
- Date of Birth: June 7, 1978
- Profession: Actor, Comedian, Writer, Director, Producer
- Breakthrough Role: Saturday Night Live cast member (Stefon, impressions)
- Directorial & Dramatic Peak: Barry (HBO)
- Known Moniker: Master of Impressions, Stefon
Bill Hader Family Member Name
- Father: William Thomas Hader (Air-management company manager, restaurant manager, truck driver)
- Mother: Sheryl Hader (Dance teacher)
- Siblings: Katie Hader, Kara Hader (Younger sisters)
- Former Spouse: Maggie Carey (m. 2006, div. 2018)
- Children: Hannah Kathryn Hader, Harper Hader, Hayley Hader
Bill Hader Education
- Elementary & Middle School: Patrick Henry Elementary School, Edison Junior High
- High School: Cascia Hall Preparatory School, Tulsa, Oklahoma
- College / Higher Education: The Art Institute of Phoenix, Scottsdale Community College
Bill Hader Career Highlight
| Year | Milestone / Project Name | Significance |
| 2005 | Saturday Night Live | Joined as a featured player; became iconic for playing Stefon and sharp impressions |
| 2007 | Superbad | Breakout film role playing Officer Slater alongside Seth Rogen |
| 2008 | Tropic Thunder | Played studio executive Rob Slolom |
| 2009 | South Park | Joined as writer and producer, winning a Primetime Emmy Award |
| 2009 | Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | Lead voice acting role as Flint Lockwood |
| 2014 | The Skeleton Twins | Critically acclaimed dramatic-comedy performance with Kristen Wiig |
| 2015 | Trainwreck | Romantic comedy lead role opposite Amy Schumer |
| 2015 | Inside Out | Voiced Fear in the critically acclaimed Pixar animated feature |
| 2015 | Documentary Now! | Co-created and starred in the acclaimed IFC mockumentary series |
| 2018 | Barry | Co-created, directed, wrote, and starred in HBO hit dark comedy |
| 2019 | It Chapter Two | Portrayed adult Richie Tozier in the blockbuster horror sequel |
| 2023 | Barry (Season 4) | Directed every episode of the series finale season to widespread critical praise |
Bill Hader Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
| 2009 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Animated Program | Primetime Emmy Award | South Park | Won |
| 2012 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Saturday Night Live | Nominated |
| 2013 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Saturday Night Live | Nominated |
| 2014 | American Comedy Awards | Funniest Supporting Male Performer | American Comedy Award | Saturday Night Live | Won |
| 2018 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Won |
| 2018 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2018 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2018 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2019 | Critics Choice Television Awards | Best Actor in a Comedy Series | Critics Choice Award | Barry | Won |
| 2019 | Directors Guild of America | Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy | DGA Award | Barry | Won |
| 2019 | Writers Guild of America | Comedy Series | WGA Award | Barry | Won |
| 2019 | Writers Guild of America | New Series | WGA Award | Barry | Won |
| 2019 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Won |
| 2019 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2019 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2019 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2019 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2020 | Critics Choice Television Awards | Best Actor in a Comedy Series | Critics Choice Award | Barry | Won |
| 2020 | Writers Guild of America | Comedy Series | WGA Award | Barry | Won |
| 2020 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2021 | Saturn Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Film | Saturn Award | It Chapter Two | Won |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2022 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Nominated |
| 2023 | Directors Guild of America | Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy | DGA Award | Barry | Won |
| 2023 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2023 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2023 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2023 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series | Primetime Emmy Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2024 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Award | Barry | Nominated |
| 2024 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy | SAG Award | Barry | Nominated |
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About Bill Hader
What character made Bill Hader famous on Saturday Night Live?
While known for numerous celebrity impressions, his most famous original SNL character was Stefon, the eccentric Weekend Update city correspondent created alongside John Mulaney.
How many Emmy Awards has Bill Hader won?
He has won 3 Primetime Emmy Awards: one as a producer on South Park (2009) and two consecutive wins for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Barry (2018, 2019).
Is Bill Hader on social media?
No, Bill Hader does not have verified personal profiles on Instagram, X (Twitter), or Facebook, stating publicly that he avoids social media to protect his focus and mental peace.
Did Bill Hader direct episodes of Barry?
Yes, Hader directed numerous episodes throughout the show, and he directed all eight episodes of the fourth and final season, winning multiple Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards.
What are Bill Hader's most well-known voice acting roles?
He voiced Flint Lockwood in the Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs series, Fear in Pixar's Inside Out, Leonard in The Angry Birds Movie, and Alpha 5 in Power Rangers.
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