Paul Giamatti

**Paul Edward Valentine Giamatti**, an American actor born June 6, 1967, has earned critical acclaim across the globe through his powerful performances. Notably, his accolades include a revered Primetime Emmy Award and three Golden Globes, as well as two Academy Award nominations and a British Academy Film Award nomination. Giamatti initiated his acting career at the prestigious Yale School of Drama, following which he featured in a myriad of theatrical productions. His journey in Hollywood began with breakthrough roles in major films like 'Private Parts' (1997), 'My Best Friend's Wedding' (1997), 'Saving Private Ryan' (1998), and 'Man on the Moon' (1999). He further gained attention owing to his stellar performances in 'American Splendor' (2003), 'Sideways' (2004), 'Win Win' (2011), and 'Private Life' (2018). His other impressive performances were in 'The Illusionist' (2006), 'Fred Claus' (2007), 'The Ides of March' (2011), '12 Years a Slave' (2013), 'Love & Mercy' (2014), 'Straight Outta Compton' (2015) and 'The Holdovers' (2023). In terms of television, Giamatti portrayed the lead role in the appreciated HBO miniseries 'John Adams' (2008) and played U.S. Attorney Chuck Rhoades Jr. in the esteemed Showtime television series 'Billions' (2016–2023).