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Ben Stiller
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Also known as Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller, Benjamin Stiller

Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as There's Something About Mary (1998), Zoolander (2001), and Tropic Thunder (2008). Stiller is also known for his work in franchises such as the Meet the Parents films (2000–present), the Madagascar franchise (2005–2012), and the Night at the Museum films (2006–2014). His films have grossed more than $2.6 billion in Canada and the United States, with an average of $79 million per film. His awards and honors include an Emmy Award, a Directors Guild of America Award, a Britannia Award and a Teen Choice Award.

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Ben Stiller is an American screenwriter, film producer, and actor who has worked in film and television since 1975. Born in New York City in 1965, he is the son of Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara and has one sibling, Amy Stiller. He is married to Christine Taylor and has two children. Stiller attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television.

His notable works include the films Madagascar, Night at the Museum, Zoolander, Tropic Thunder, Mystery Men, and While We're Young. He has received a Primetime Emmy Award, an Emmy Award, and an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain. Stiller serves as a goodwill ambassador and is a member of the Democratic Party. He practices Judaism and speaks English.

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  • Zoolander
  • Tropic Thunder
  • Zoolander (Special Collector's Edition)
  • Mystery Men [HD DVD]
  • While We're Young

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New York City, New York, USA

Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller (born November 30, 1965) is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as There's Something About Mary (1998), Zoolander (2001), and Tropic Thunder (2008). Stiller is also known for his work in franchises such as the Meet the Parents films (2000–2010), the Madagascar…

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  • The Dink — Dr. Stone2026
  • Focker-in-Law — Greg Focker2026
  • Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! — Self - Actor & Filmmaker2026
  • Happy Gilmore 2 — Hal L2025
  • Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost — Self2025
  • The Hanging of Stuart Cornfeld2025
  • Downey Wrote That — Self2025
  • Bianca by Night — Self - Guest (video link)2025
  • Everybody's Live with John Mulaney — Self - Actor and Director2025
  • Nutcrackers — Mike Maxwell2024

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human
Given name
Edward
Gender
male
Citizenship
United States
Place of birth
New York City
Spouse
Christine Taylor
Father
Jerry Stiller
Mother
Anne Meara
Sibling
Amy Stiller
Occupation
writer
Position held
goodwill ambassador
Political party
Democratic Party (United States)
Languages spoken
English language
Native language
English language
Religion
Judaism
Award
MTV Movie Award for Best Villain
Notable work
Night at the Museum
Participant in
Ice Bucket Challenge
Image
Ben Stiller at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (cropped).jpg
Height
1.70
Number of children
2
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Ben Stiller
date of birth
1965-11-30
start of work period
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Category:Films directed by Ben Stiller
birth name
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Star Trek: The Original Series
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writing language
English language
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influenced by
Robin Williams
name in native language
Ben Stiller
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Alex
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Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller (born November 30, 1965) is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as There's Something About Mary (1998), Zoolander (2001), and Tropic Thunder (2008). Stiller is also known for his work in franchises such as the Meet the Parents films (2000–present), the Madagascar franchise (2005–2012), and the Night at the Museum films (2006–2014). His films have grossed more than $2.6 billion in Canada and the United States, with an average of $79 million per film. His awards and honors include an Emmy Award, a Directors Guild of America Award, a Britannia Award and a Teen Choice Award.

Stiller is the son of the comedians and actors Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. He began his career writing mockumentaries and was offered a variety sketch series, The Ben Stiller Show, which he produced and hosted for its 13-episode run. The series ran on MTV in 1990, and on Fox in 1992 and 1993, earning him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Program. Stiller was a member of a group of comedic actors colloquially known as the Frat Pack.

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