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John Goodman
John Goodman
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NameJohn Goodman
Birth dateJune 20, 1952
Birth placeAffton, Missouri, United States
OccupationActor

John Goodman is a renowned American actor known for his distinctive voice and impressive range in film and television. Born in Affton, Missouri, he grew up in a family of German American and English American descent, and was raised by his mother, Virginia Goodman, a waitress at Jack and Phil's Bar-B-Que, and his father, Leslie Goodman, a post office worker. Goodman's early life was marked by his attendance at Affton High School, where he developed an interest in drama and theater, inspired by actors like Marlon Brando and Daniel Day-Lewis. He later enrolled in Southwest Missouri State University, now known as Missouri State University, where he studied theater and journalism, alongside notable alumni like Brad Pitt and Kathleen Turner.

● Early Life

Goodman's childhood was spent in Affton, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri, where he was raised by his mother, a waitress at Jack and Phil's Bar-B-Que, and his father, a post office worker. He developed an interest in drama and theater at Affton High School, inspired by actors like Marlon Brando and Daniel Day-Lewis. Goodman's early life was also influenced by his family's frequent visits to the Fox Theatre (St. Louis), where he watched performances by The Muny and St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. He later enrolled in Southwest Missouri State University, now known as Missouri State University, where he studied theater and journalism, alongside notable alumni like Brad Pitt and Kathleen Turner. During his time at university, Goodman was exposed to the works of Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller, which further fueled his passion for acting.

● Career

Goodman's career in acting began with small roles in films like Eddie Macon's Run and Chiefs (TV series), alongside actors like Tom Hulce and Keith Carradine. He gained recognition for his role as Dan Conner in the ABC sitcom Roseanne (TV series), which aired from 1988 to 1997 and starred Roseanne Barr and Laurie Metcalf. Goodman's performance earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination and critical acclaim from The New York Times and Variety (magazine). He has also appeared in films like O Brother, Where Art Thou?, directed by the Coen brothers, and The Big Lebowski, which starred Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore. Goodman's collaborations with Steven Spielberg include Always (1989 film) and Argo (2012 film), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.

● Filmography

Goodman's filmography includes a wide range of genres, from comedy to drama. Some of his notable films include The Flintstones (film), Monsters, Inc., and The Emperor's New Groove, which featured the voice talents of David Spade and Eartha Kitt. He has also appeared in The Conspirator, directed by Robert Redford, and Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, which starred Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock. Goodman's work in television includes roles in Saturday Night Live, The West Wing, and Community (TV series), alongside actors like Will Ferrell and Alison Brie. His performances have been recognized by The Hollywood Reporter and Entertainment Weekly.

● Awards and Nominations

Throughout his career, Goodman has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards for his roles in Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip and You Don't Know Jack (film), which starred Al Pacino and Susan Sarandon. Goodman has also won a Screen Actors Guild Award for his performance in Argo (2012 film), which was directed by Ben Affleck and produced by Warner Bros. Pictures. His work in The Artist (film) earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination, and he has been recognized by the American Film Institute and the Library of Congress.

● Personal Life

Goodman has been married to Anna Beth Hartzog since 1989 and has a daughter, Molly Evangeline Goodman, who has worked as a production assistant on films like The Internship (film) and The Heat (2013 film). He is a longtime supporter of the St. Louis Cardinals and has appeared in several ESPN documentaries, including The Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame... and 30 for 30. Goodman has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including the American Cancer Society and the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which has been supported by celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Justin Timberlake. His personal life has been featured in publications like People (magazine) and US Weekly. Category:American actors

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