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Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Benjamin Edward StillerBirth Date :
November 30, 1965Birth Place :
New York City, New York, USASpouse :
Christine Taylor (actress, since 13-May-00)Claim to fame :
As Ted Stroehmann in "There's Something About Mary" (1998)
Ben Stiller's 'Greenberg' Welcomes First Trailer
November 24, 2009 10:11:50Focus Features has released the first trailer for drama comedy "Greenberg" starring Ben Stiller. Making its way out via Apple, the snippet gives a preview to the life of a jobless guy, who experiences the lack of wanting to move on later in life.
Stiller's Roger Greenberg is at a crossroads in his life as he is out of a job and not too interested in finding one. To get a free place to stay in Los Angeles, he agrees to housesit for his younger and more successful brother while figuring out his life. Later, Greenberg sets out to reconnect with his old friend and former bandmate Ivan.
List of 36th People's Choice Awards Nominees in Movie
November 11, 2009 10:11:27The nominations for the 36th People's Choice Awards have been announced on Tuesday, November 10. Based on the announcement, it is revealed that vampire drama film "Twilight" and drama comedy "The Proposal" lead the pack of the nominees in movie categories with six nods each.
The two movies are among the contenders in Favorite Movie and Franchise categories. Moreover, "Twilight" and "The Proposal" lead actors, Robert Pattinson and Ryan Reynolds, share Favorite Actor nod. Kristen Stewart and Sandra Bullock, meanwhile, are up against for Favorite Actress gong. Both movie stars are also among the contenders in On-Screen Team category.
Zac Efron to Hand Ben Stiller Golden Popcorn at 2009 MTV Movie Awards
May 23, 2009 02:05:03Zac Efron will be taking participation at 2009 MTV Movie Awards by presenting Ben Stiller with a golden popcorn statuette later this month. On Friday, May 22, MTV confirmed the matter in addition to announcing the latter actor as the recipient of the awards show's highest honor, the Generation Award.
Stiller will be honored with the award due to his memorable comic creations over the last 20 years. Some of his hilarious characters include oblivious male model Derek Zoolander in "Zoolander", good hearted but hapless male nurse Gaylord Focker in "Meet the Parents" and self-absorbed action star Tugg Speedman in "Tropic Thunder".
Ben Stiller Encounters Napoleon Bonaparte in 'Night at the Museum 2' Clip
May 20, 2009 10:05:51Another fresh clip from upcoming comedy "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian" has arrived. Nearly one and a half minute long, the snippet unravels the scene with Ben Stiller's Larry Daley, Alain Chabat's Napoleon Bonaparte and Amy Adams' Amelia Earhart as the center of attention.
The clip starts with Bonaparte and his army seizing Daley. Stepping in with a dagger in his hand, the
French leader tries to insult Daley's short posture. But, much to his surprise, Daley talks back about the Emperor of the French's famous stature. When Earhart cuts their argument about the height issue, Bonaparte turns the discussion subject into women before finally forcing Daley to follow him.
'Help Me Spread Goodness', Ben Stiller's Next Directing Project
May 04, 2009 04:05:30Ben Stiller's next feature film project will be "Help Me Spread Goodness". The 43-year-old funny man has been set by Participant Media to inject some comedy into the upcoming drama with him serving behind the lens as the project's director.
This project won't be Stiller's first. He has been credited as the helmer of several movies, including 2008's "Tropic Thunder". For the project, the Greg Focker of "Meet the Parents" series is expected to bring the story of a Chicago banker who gets swindled in a Nigerian Internet scam, into production when he is finished directing "The Trial of the Chicago 7".
Los Angeles Premiere for 'I Love You, Man' Filled With Comedians
March 18, 2009 02:03:11Tuesday, March 17, saw one star-studded event as "I Love You, Man" held its Los Angeles premiere at Mann's Village Theater in Westwood, California. Like many other red carpet events, the special screening for this comedy movie was attended by many Hollywood stars. But, what made it different was the appearance of A-list comedians, like Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Sarah Silverman.
Beside those funny people, Paul Rudd, Rashida Jones, Jason Segel, who are all seen in the leading roles in the movie, were spotted on the red carpet. Joining them on the occasion were co-stars Sarah Burns, Jaime Pressly, Jon Favreau, Andy Samberg, J.K. Simmons and Thomas Lennon, as well as director/producer/writer John Hamburg.
List of Movie Nominees for the 22nd Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards
February 06, 2009 01:02:08"High School Musical 3: Senior Year" and "Kung Fu Panda" have collected two nods for Nickelodeon's 22nd annual Kids' Choice Awards. On Thursday, February 5, it was unraveled that while the Walt Disney Pictures musical was up for Favorite Movie, the DreamWorks animation was nominated for Favorite Animated Movie among other nominations.
In the category of Favorite Movie, "High School Musical 3" will be facing strong competition from "Bedtime Stories", "The Dark Knight" and "Iron Man". The Kenny Ortega-directed movie also placed its leading actress Vanessa Hudgens for Favorite Female Movie Star alongside "Marley & Me" star Jennifer Aniston, "Get Smart" actress Anne Hathaway and "Four Christmases" leading lady Reese Witherspoon.
Ben Stiller Recovering From Broken Forearm
December 24, 2008 11:12:27Actor-comedian Ben Stiller is in New York City, recovering from a broken arm as a result of a snowboarding accident. He doesn't suffer from more serious injuries, it has been confirmed, and so he is expected to make a speedy recovery from the injury.
According to various reports, Ben was admitted to Mount Sinai Hospital on Sunday, December 21 following the mishap. There he had top hand specialists treating his injury. He was released from the facility later that day.
'Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian' Set Visit Video
December 09, 2008 04:12:13Following the outing of "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian" photos earlier, a look into the set of the "Night at the Museum" sequel has been made available. Posted by Access Hollywood, the video entitled "On The Set" highlights on the interviews with leading man Ben Stiller and his new co-star Amy Adams.
In the video, it can be seen that Stiller, who reprises his role as the bumbling night security guard Larry Daley, begins by explaining that this movie is much bigger than the original. Few quick glimpses from the sequel as well as the shooting of several scenes with the two actors have also been shared in the behind-the-scene video.
'Little Fockers' Possibly Teams Up Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro Again
November 14, 2008 03:11:10A sequel to Universal Pictures 2004 comedy "Meet the Fockers" could be moving forward. Claiming that the third "Meet the Parents" movie is "percolating", Fox News' Roger Friedman broke the news that Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro will make their return to the comedy series in "Little Fockers".
Once again taking the role of Jack Tiberius Byrnes, this time it is said that De Niro will be portrayed as the grandparent to Greg Focker's babies, and Stiller will star as Greg once more. The two reportedly will be joined by Blythe Danner, Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand as they are expected to reprise their Dina Byrnes, Bernie Focker and Roz Focker roles respectively.
'Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa' Brings the Jungle to L.A. Premiere
October 27, 2008 10:10:32On Sunday, October 26, DreamWorks Pictures have thrown a unique Los Angeles premiere in the anticipation of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" theatrical release. Holding the event at Mann Village Theatre in Westwood, the studio installed green carpet in front of the theater and brought out some of its characters, Alex the lion and the penguins, to greet the in-coming celebrities.
Most of the voice-cast ensemble, Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, Cedric the Entertainer, will.i.am and Andy Richter, were spotted at this eventful evening. They were joined by the film's original music composer Hans Zimmer as well as co-director Tom McGrath.
Ben Stiller Contending for 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' Director Part
October 23, 2008 01:10:06Moving on from his successful "Tropic Thunder" movie, Ben Stiller may next serve as the director of "The Trial of the Chicago 7". On the subject, The Hollywood Reporter claimed that the comedian has become one of the candidates for the director part, considering that he is in early talks for the behind-the-lens role.
With the outing of this report, Stiller can be enlisted among the other directors who are also linked for the role, including Steven Spielberg and Paul Greengrass. Though he has directed several hit comedies, like "Thunder" and "Zoolander", the drama project will be the 42-year-old's first serious political movie if he is indeed picked up as the helmer.
Meet Forbes' Best Paid Actors, Will Smith and Cameron Diaz
July 24, 2008 12:07:05When it comes to celebrity money makers, Will Smith and Cameron Diaz are the two bests according to Forbes magazine. Both movie stars top the publication's list of Hollywood's Best Paid Actors, besting their many other A-list fellow celebs.
On the male list of the ranking, based on salaries earned between June 1, 2007, through June 1, 2008, actor-comedian Smith seizes the No. 1 spot, raking in an estimated $80 million for his big-screen efforts. He's followed close behind at 2nd spot by movie hunk Johnny Depp, earning a reported $72 million this year, thanks to his "Pirates" films. Tied for third spot are funnymen Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy, with each of them earns $55 million over the past year.
Red Band Teaser Trailer of Ben Stiller's 'Tropic Thunder' Comes Out!
March 08, 2008 01:03:58The restricted teaser trailer of Ben Stiller's upcoming comedy film "Tropic Thunder" has been released online. Unlike other ordinary teasers, this trailer gives out clear pictures of the characters, that includes Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr. and Nick Nolte, which unfortunately are layered over the footages of the film.
The teaser is relatively a short one since it runs just about 46 seconds, but it pretty much shows the hilarious side of the film. The video footage gives out the first look into Downey Jr.'s character as a black man. The footage is ended with burning notes stating when the film hits the theaters. The notes read, "Tropic Thunder...Shit Blows Up...8.15.08."
Sequel Flicks Coming in 2008
December 28, 2007 04:12:58As the year 2007 is closing up, AceShowbiz.com feels obliged to list movie sequels that will battle among themselves towards the box office. As part of the trend that put animations and special effect-infused pics on top of the agenda, those deemed 'highly-anticipated' may come quite predictable.
The earliest sequel movie coming within the calendar may be 'Step Up 2 the Streets', but minus its original cast (Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan), its anticipation may be overshadowed by 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian' that retains its original cast and 'The Incredible Hulk' which is hopeful with its new star, Edward Norton.
John Travolta Quits Dallas Movie, Replaced by Ben Stiller?
December 18, 2007 01:12:32The only remaining cast member of "Dallas" seems to have also taken his leave from the project, if tidbit by New York Post's Page Six proves legit.
The gossip column claimed that John Travolta is no longer attached to the movie after being promoted as its anchor for more than two years. According to the insiders telling Page Six, the "Grease" star reportedly has been dropped from his role as J.R. Ewing and had the part given to Ben Stiller instead.
Ben Stiller, Video Star in Travis' New Single
May 01, 2007 04:05:57
Scottish indie rock band Travis sees Ben Stiller the perfect character to guest star in their new video, "Closer". The main reason to it is because no other actor is as uptight as him.
"We just thought, 'Who do we know that is uptight and wound-up?'," said bassist Douglas Payne. "So Fran emailed Ben and sure enough he had the day off and it was great, we all went off to LA and started shooting." Ben will be playing as a wound up store manager who got trouble in a supermarket.
Contenders Unveiled for the 2007 MTV Movie Awards
May 01, 2007 12:05:43
The coveted Golden Popcorn trophies once again set to be handed into the rightful ones as MTV has just revealed its list of nominees for this year's MTV Movie Awards, which it will air live for the first time ever from Universal City's Gibson Amphitheatre on June 3.
Picking up titles of various genres for the competition, the network surprisingly gives large portion attention to epic saga "300", granting the Zack Snyder-directed flick a total five nods, notably Best Movie and Best Performance for lead star Gerard Butler.
American Idol Absorbed Votes, Kept the Contestants
April 26, 2007 10:04:48
After the competition yesterday, Idol "Gives Back" its 6 contestants for next week round. Nobody was going home during the charity week. Seemingly announcing the result Ryan Seacrest who was accompanied by Kelly Clarkson and Celine Dion said, "All your favorites are still in the competition. How could we let anyone go on a charity night?"
This week, the Fox production switched its regular contest program to a fundraising night whereby huge stars were hand in hand to help raise the number of votes. For each vote coming in last night, a dollar will go to poor and starving children in States and Africa.
The 5 Most Powerful Actors on the Planet According to US Magazine Newsweek
April 04, 2007 01:04:32
Daniel Craig is Britain's Best-Dressed Man. Jessica Biel, in the meantime, is the Sexiest Woman. And when it comes to the most powerful actor, Will Smith is the champion. US magazine Newsweek places the actor on the very top position of its annual list of Most Powerful Actors on the Planet.
The magazine's list is based on how much money the actors' films take on their opening weekends. To date, Smith's films have raked in £2 billion at box offices around the world, and studio heads all say that having him star in their films pretty much guarantees they will have a surefire hit on their hands.
The 20th Annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice TV Award Winners
April 02, 2007 09:04:36
Miley Cyrus, an American actress and singer best known for starring as Miley Stewart / Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel Original Series "Hannah Montana," wins the category of Favorite TV Actress at the 20th Annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards held Saturday March 31st.
The other TV frontrunner is Drake Bell, well known among young audiences for his role on the series "Drake & Josh," who earns the Favorite TV Actor award. The annual American televised singing competition "American Idol," in the meantime, is named Favorite TV Show.
Ben Stiller at Harvard, Honored as the Hasty Pudding Man of the Year
February 24, 2007 11:02:46
There he was at Harvard University on Friday night Feb 23rd to accept his Pudding award. Ben Stiller, honored as the Hasty Pudding Man of the Year, took part in a parade through Cambridge and a celebrity roast.
"Thank you very much," Stiller said, accepting the award. "I feel everything tonight was a great, great honor - hit the nail on the head many times and I'm glad I got to show some of my range tonight. I'm glad there was a lot of press here who will hopefully take note of that. See you at the Oscars next year?"
Tom Cruise and Ben Stiller Really Are "The Hardy Men"
February 13, 2007 02:02:32
Yes, it's definitely positive. Tom Cruise and Ben Stiller finally are official as the leadstars in buddy action comedy "The Hardy Men", The Hollywood Reported has confirmed.
A grown-up live-action version of popular detective/adventure book series "The Hardy Boys", the project will see the boys come into adulthood yet not speaking to each other as a result of being estranged for years. However, the cold war between them later has to be put aside when the two face a mysterious case.
Ben Stiller to Brighten Up "The Hardy Men" Days
February 06, 2007 02:02:53
Looking forward to once again work under Shawn Levy after "Night at the Museum", Ben Stiller is making negotiations with Tom Cruise to have a starring slot in the filmmaker and megastar's new project "The Hardy Men", TMZ.com has revealed.
An updated version of popular detective/adventure book series "The Hardy Boys", the flick is said to see the boys as adults instead yet are still up to their old tricks once more. No exact production date set for the flick up to this time, but filming is expected to begin in October this year under the 20th Century Fox banner.
Ben Stiller & Scarlett Johansson Named This Year's Recipients of the Annual Hasty Pudding Awards
January 30, 2007 11:01:48
Movie stars Ben Stiller and Scarlett Johansson have both, on Monday Jan 29th, been named this year's recipients of the annual Hasty Pudding awards in the US, given by a student drama group at Harvard University.
The awards, announced by Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the nation's oldest college undergraduate drama troupe, are given to performers who have made a "lasting and impressive contribution to the world of entertainment".
Additional Golden Globe Presenters
January 03, 2007 03:01:31
George Clooney and Rachel Weisz are among the additional presenters for the soon-to-come Golden Globe Awards.
Besides them, there are also the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker and John Stamos, all of whom will join previously-announced presenters Felicity Huffman, Salma Hayek, Ben Stiller, Justin Timberlake and Reese Witherspoon.
The 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards Early Presenters
December 23, 2006 11:12:38
Here is the list of names tapped to be the presenters of the upcoming Golden Globe Awards. They are Reese Witherspoon, Felicity Huffman, Salma Hayek, Ben Stiller and Justin Timberlake.
Those celebrities have been tapped as the early presenters of the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards, which is to be telecast live on NBC Monday, January 15 (8 - 11:00 p.m. EST) at The Beverly Hilton.
Ben Stiller Reveals "Madagascar 2" Plot
November 14, 2006 01:11:56Returning to voice Alex the lion in Madagascar 2 titled "Madagascar: The Crate Escape", DreamWorks' highly anticipated sequel of the hit franchise, Ben Stiller not only has confirmed that the project is on the verge to start the voice recording, but also has eagerly unveiled the project's plot for public to know.
"I think all the animals head back to New York on that plane that you know was up in the trees and then they crash in Africa and Alex gets reacquainted with his real family and it goes from there," he revealed.
Star Wars' Binks Beats Human Out in the Most Irritating Ones
June 20, 2006 02:06:46
George Lucas' Jar Jar Binks of "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" comes out as the winner as the most irritating film character on earth, ever. The result is based on a poll from approximately 5,000 movie fans who voted through a UK website LoveFilm.com.
Binks, the fiction computer-machine character, wins the competition from a real human character, Carrie, played by Andie MacDowell in "Four Weddings And A Funeral".
Production on "Used Guys" Is Being Delayed
May 17, 2006 12:05:53
"Due to scheduling issues, production is being delayed on 'Used Guys' ... until sometime next year," the 20th Century Fox said.
The big-budget, sci-fi comedy flick, which is about to star Ben Stiller and Jim Carrey, was supposed to begin shooting June 11, that's for everybody to know.
Actress Emily Mortimer Among the "Used Guys"
May 10, 2006 03:05:39
English actress Emily Mortimer is about to join Ben Stiller and Jim Carrey, starring in the comedy "Used Guys". With Jay Roach in hand producing, a June 11 start date is being eyed.
Set in a futuristic, woman-run society where men are cloned and sold like cars, the story revolves around two men who are returned and then go in search of the lost meaning of manhood.
Ben Stiller to Topline "Seven Day Itch"
April 27, 2006 02:04:31
Ben Stiller is in final talks to topline the upcoming "Seven Day Itch", a loosely inspired remake of the 1972 film written by Neil Simon and directed by Elaine May.
And if the actor later on agrees to star in, he will once again team up with Bobby Farrelly and Peter Farrelly who both are set to direct. Meanwhile, give hand at producing are Bradley Thomas and Ted Field.
Ben Stiller Is Ready to Ride the "Big Wave"
March 31, 2006 03:03:22
Probably wants to give it a go for another career besides acting, Ben Stiller will next take the producer seat. The actor reportedly will produce a surfing comedy flick based on his own idea. It's titled "Big Wave".
While he's going to produce with business partner Stuart Cornfeld, Emmett Malloy and Brendan Malloy are both giving hand at directing. Already tapped to write the script is Brent Forrester, a one-time writer on "The Ben Stiller Show."
More Stars Spend the Night at the Museum
January 25, 2006 10:01:33Mickey Rooney and Dick Van Dyke have both revealed their plan to spend the "Night at the Museum." The twosome, in companion with Bill Cobbs, will play villains in the action comedy flick which Shawn Levy about to direct.
Playing the main role is Ben Stiller, whose character Larry Daley, discovers a magical pharaoh's tablet, but Van Dyke, playing the head of security who has worked at the museum for nearly 50 years, wants the tablet to stay young. Rooney is his colleague who, with Cobbs, helps Van Dyke's character with his nefarious schemes.
Stars Competing to Win Blades of Glory
November 19, 2005 09:11:46"Blades of Glory." That thing is really matter for Will Ferrell and Jon Heder. Also for Will Arnett and Amy Poehler. Thus, due to such fact, the four of them would compete to win that.
Ferrell, Heder, Arnett, and Poehler will all compete in the upcoming comedy flick to be directed by Josh Gordon and Will Speck. Ben Stiller, who is producing the DreamWorks project along with Stuart Cornfeld and John Jacobs, also will appear in a cameo role.
A Night at the Museum with Ben Stiller
November 08, 2005 02:11:24Wanna observe the museum? Unlike the real meaning, this one is of different thing. This isn't a building where you can see ancient and historical things, but watching this one you will be able to see your favorite actor ever. Yes, we're talking about the action comedy "A Night at the Museum," in which Ben Stiller will star in.
"A Night at the Museum" was written by Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant with Scott Frank did a rewrite. There, Stiller will portray a night security guard at the Museum of Natural History who unwittingly unleashes a curse that brings to life the bugs and animals on display. Will direct the film is Shawn Levy.
A True Story of Stiller
August 02, 2005 02:08:50Funnyman Ben Stiller is a dad again. He and his actress-wife Christine Taylor welcomed their son Quinlin Dempsey Stiller, July 10 in Los Angeles. The baby weighing in at 8 pounds, 2 ounces is the second of the couple who has had a three-year-old daughter, Ella. Congrats.
