Eugene Levy is a highly acclaimed Canadian actor and comedian who has garnered widespread recognition for his ability to portray complex, unconventional characters.
Throughout his extensive career, Levy has showcased his versatility and comedic talents, earning him numerous prestigious awards and accolades.
Profile
- Full Name: Eugene Levy
- Stage Name: Eugene Levy
- Born: December 17, 1946
- Age: 77 years old
- Birthplace: Hamilton, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Actor and comedian
- Height: 1.78m
- Parent: Rebecca and Joseph Levy
- Siblings: Fred and Barbara
- Spouse: Deborah Divine
- Children: Dan Levy and Sarah Levy
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $30 million
Early Life And Education
Eugene Levy is a Canadian actor, comedian, producer, director, and writer. He was born on December 17, 1946, in Hamilton, Canada. Levy was raised by his parents, Rebecca and Joseph Levy, and grew up with two siblings, Fred and Barbara.
He attended Westdale Secondary School and later went on to study at McMaster University. His ethnicity is white, and his religious background is Christianity.
Career
Eugene Levy started his career in the 1972-1973 Toronto production of the musical Godspell, which opened at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. The local cast launched the careers of many actors, including Levy, Victor Garber, Andrea Martin, Gilda Radner, Dave Thomas, and Martin Short, as well as the show’s musical director, Paul Shaffer. After an enthusiastic response, the show moved to the Bayview Playhouse and ran for a then-record 488 performances.
Levy is an alumnus of the Second City, Toronto comedy troupe and the sketch comedy series Second City Television (SCTV). On SCTV, he often played unusual supporting characters with nerdy streaks, impersonating celebrities like Perry Como, Alex Trebek, and Howard Cosell.
Some of his original SCTV characters include the dimwitted news anchor Earl Camembert, and roles like comic Bobby Bittman, accordionist Stan Schmenge, and teen dance show host Rockin’ Mel Slirrup.
While he has only starred in two films, Armed and Dangerous (1986) and The Man (2005), Levy has featured prominently in many films, often as a co-writer and cast member of Christopher Guest‘s mockumentary features.
His performance as emotionally unstable folksinger Mitch Cohen in A Mighty Wind won him critical acclaim, including a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actor – Musical or Comedy and the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Awards and Nominations
- Primetime Emmy Awards:
- Wins: 4 (2 for SCTV Network 90, 2 for Schitt’s Creek)
- Screen Actors Guild Awards
- Grammy Award:
- Win: 1 (Best Song Written for Visual Media for A Mighty Wind)
- Canadian Comedy Awards:
- Wins: 11
- Other notable awards and nominations:
- Golden Globe Awards
- Satellite Awards
- Critics’ Choice Awards
- Canadian Screen Awards
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @eugenelevyband
- Facebook handle: Eugene Levy Official
- Twitter handle: @Realeugenelevy
Personal Life
Eugene Levy, the renowned Canadian actor, comedian, and television personality, has been married to his wife Deborah Divine for decades. The couple has been blessed with two children, Dan Levy and Sarah Levy, both of whom have followed in their parents’ footsteps and become successful actors themselves.
Filmography
- Foxy Lady
- Cannibal Girls
- Running
- Nothing Personal
- Deadly Companion
- Star-Crossed
- Summer Camp
Net Worth
Eugene Levy is a renowned Canadian actor, comedian, singer, and writer who has amassed an impressive net worth of $30 million over the course of his prolific career. Levy‘s versatility and comedic talents have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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