Paul Giamatti

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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).

28 movies
12 nominations

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Given Name: Paul Edward Valentine Giamatti

Born: New Haven, Connecticut, U.S.

Citizenship: United States

Birthday: June 6, 1967

Occupations: Actor

Years Active: 1989-present

Children: 1

Spouses: Elizabeth Cohen

Explore the awards and nominations Paul Giamatti has received throughout their career.


96th Academy Awards 2024

Nomination

Actor in a Leading Role

The Holdovers

77th British Academy Film Awards 2024

Nomination

Best Actor in a Leading Role

The Holdovers

29th Critics' Choice Awards 2024

Win

Best Actor

The Holdovers

30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards 2024

Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

The Holdovers

81st Golden Globe Awards 2024

Win

Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (Actor)

The Holdovers

68th Golden Globe Awards 2011

Win

Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

Barney's Version

78th Academy Awards 2006

Nomination

Actor in a Supporting Role

Cinderella Man

11th Critics' Choice Awards 2006

Win

Best Supporting Actor

Cinderella Man

12th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards 2006

Win

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

Cinderella Man

10th Critics' Choice Awards 2005

Nomination

Best Actor

Sideways

11th Screen Actors Guild Awards 2005

Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

Sideways

62nd Golden Globe Awards 2005

Nomination

Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (Actor)

Sideways

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