Eric Roberts

Also known as Walter Anthony Roberts, Eric Anthony Roberts

American actor (born 1956)

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Eric Roberts is an American actor born in 1956 who has appeared in numerous films and television productions throughout his career. He is a working actor in the entertainment industry known for taking on diverse roles across different types of projects.

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Film & TV

Biloxi, Mississippi, USA

Eric Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. His career began with a well-received performance in King of the Gypsies (1978), for which he earned his first Golden Globe Award nomination. His second Golden Globe nomination came for his portrayal of Paul Snider in Star 80 (1983), followed by Globe and Academy Award nominations for his supporting role in Runaway Train (1985). In a career…

Known for

Someone Dies Tonight — Niko 'The Closer' Dukakis2026
G.O.D.TECH — Angel of the Messiah2026
Skate to Hell — Derek2026
8v40 — Supreme Commander Marshall2026
Clika — Angelo2026
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence2026
Madonna Non Grata — Eddie2026
Holy Father — Holy Father2026
Oldburgh — Eric Roberts2026
The Shepherd Code: Lapierre — Max2026

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Key facts

Born: Eric Anthony Roberts , ( 1956-04-18 ) April 18, 1956 (age 70) , Biloxi, Mississippi , U.S.
Occupation: Actor
Years active: 1974–present
Works: Full list
Spouse: Eliza Garrett ( married</span>"}]]}'>m. 1992 )
Partners: Sandy Dennis (1980–1985) Kelly Cunningham (1988–1991)
Children: Emma Roberts
Relatives: Julia Roberts (sister) Lisa Roberts Gillan (sister) David Rayfiel (father-in-law) Lila Garrett (mother-in-law)

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Wikidata facts

Instance of: human
Given name: Eric
Family name: Roberts
Gender: male
Citizenship: United States
Place of birth: Biloxi
Child: Emma Roberts
Sibling: Julia Roberts
Occupation: stage actor
Languages spoken: English language
Native language: English language
Award: Theatre World Award
Student of: Manu Tupou
Official website: www.ericrobertsactor.com
Image: Eric Roberts 2025.jpg
Work location: United States

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date of birth: 1956-04-18
lifestyle: veganism
Commons category: Eric Roberts
nominated for: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
start of work period: 1977-00-00
social media followers: 47896
writing language: English language
medical condition: stuttering
relative: Keaton Simons
name in native language: Eric Roberts
contributed to creative work: Aurora

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Encyclopedic overview

Eric Anthony Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. He has amassed more than 700 credits and is one of the most prolific English-speaking screen actors, acting in 74 films in 2017 alone.

Roberts's career began with a leading role in King of the Gypsies (1978) for which he received his first Golden Globe Award nomination. He also received a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Paul Snider in Bob Fosse's Star 80 (1983). Roberts's performance in Runaway Train (1985), as prison escapee Buck McGeehy, earned him a third Golden Globe nod and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

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