Tony Shalhoub
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1953-10-09
    • Born Place: Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA
  • Also Known As:

    Тони Шэлуб, Anthony Marcus "Tony" Shalhoub, 托尼·夏尔赫布, Тони Шалуб, Энтони Маркус Шалуб, تونی شلهوب

Tony Shalhoub

Tony Shalhoub, born Anthony Marcus Shalhoub on October 9, 1953, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a highly acclaimed American actor celebrated for his versatility and distinctive charm across stage, film, and television. Of Lebanese descent, Shalhoub pursued his passion for acting, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Southern Maine and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Yale School of Drama. His early career was rooted in theater, where he garnered critical praise and made his Broadway debut in 1989.Shalhoub transitioned to television, gaining recognition for his role as the lovable Italian cab driver Antonio Scarpacci in the sitcom "Wings" (1991-1997). However, his breakthrough role came as the obsessive-compulsive detective Adrian Monk in the USA Network series "Monk" (2002-2009), for which he received numerous accolades, including multiple Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. His film credits include memorable performances in "Men in Black," "Big Night," "Galaxy Quest," and voice work in the "Cars" franchise as Luigi. More recently, he has earned further acclaim for his supporting role as Abe Weissman in the Amazon series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," winning additional Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Throughout his distinguished career, Tony Shalhoub has proven his ability to excel in both comedic and dramatic roles, solidifying his status as a beloved and respected figure in the entertainment industry, with a Tony Award win for "The Band's Visit" adding to his impressive list of achievements.

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