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Tim Realbuto

Birth Place: Brooklyn, New York

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BIO

Tim Realbuto was born and raised in New York City, where he got his start in theatre. His extensive list of theatrical credits include leading roles in Off-Broadway plays and musicals, including 'Lost In Yonkers' (Broadway World Award nomination), 'The Weak Ones' (Thespis Award nominee for Best New Play), 'Assassins', 'The Shape of Things' (alongside Tony Award winner Lena Hall), 'The Glass Menagerie' (starring opposite Emily Skinner and Erika Henningsen), 'The Wrong Box', and 'Mean: the musical' written by Grammy Award winning pop icon P!nk. However, he is most known for his film work.

Realbuto broke a world record, losing 154 pounds (the most any actor ever has for a film role) to play the title character in 'Bobcat Moretti' opposite Vivica A. Fox, Taryn Manning, and Academy Award nominee Sally Kirkland. The film will be released in cinemas from Different Duck Films, The Stonecutter Group, and Scatena & Rosner Films on Friday, August 4th, 2023. During it's festival run, Tim won the Best Actor Award for his performance at the Mentone Film Festival.

For his work in the motion picture 'Yes', Realbuto won The Hollywood Moving Image Award, the IndieFest Award, the Los Angeles Independent Film Award, the Beaufort Film Society Award, the Action on Film Award, the Onrios Award, Finland's Artist Award, and London's Falcon Award - all for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

Upcoming feature films include: 'Werewolf Game' (opposite Tony Todd, Robert Picardo, and Bai Ling) and 'In Fidelity' (starring alongside Chris Parnell, Cara Buono, Dennis Haysbert, Willow Shields, and Ileana Douglas).

He has signed onto several more projects filming in 2023 and 2024, including the independent drama 'Fruit of Our Womb' and the title role in 'The Many Lives of Toby Dawson.'

Tim is also an accomplished screenwriter, playwright, composer/lyricist, and concert performer. He holds a BFA in Acting from Five Towns College and currently resides in Los Angeles, California.

STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Benefit Performance, 2018
Louie Kurnitz

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Rep Off-Broadway Return Production, 2017
Patrick Ness

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Co-Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director

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Tim Realbuto Returns to the Stage in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE in Southern California

Award winning film star Tim Realbuto, most known for his record breaking and award winning performance in the indie hit “Bobcat Moretti” opposite Vivica A. Fox, Taryn Manning, and Academy Award nominee Sally Kirkland, is returning to the stage for the first time since 2019.
Tim Realbuto, Vivica A. Fox, & Sheria Irving Win Major Awards For BOBCAT MORETTI

Matt Peters (“Orange Is The New Black”) took home Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his work as Charlie Moretti, Bobby’s tough brother. And Sheria Irving (FX’s “Kindred”; BET’s “Twenties”; and Broadway’s “Romeo and Juliet”) took home the 2023 honor for Best Actress In A Supporting Role for her performance as Lacey Harris, Bobby’s love interest.
Tim Realbuto Circling Biopic on Hollywood Legend

After his award-winning success in the Indie films YES and BOBCAT MORETTI (opposite Vivica A. Fox, Taryn Manning, and Academy Award nominee Sally Kirkland - set to hit cinemas in June), Tim Realbuto has been tapped to play Hollywood royalty.
Tim Realbuto Nominated for Chandler Award For BOBCAT MORETTI

Newly LA-Based actor, also known for his countless New York stage and concert work, Tim Realbuto was nominated for Best Leading Actor In A Motion Picture for his gripping, brave, transformative performance as the title character in ‘BOBCAT MORETTI’ at the Chandler International Film Festival Awards.
BOBCAT MORETTI Wins Best Picture at the 18th Annual Santa Cruz Film Festival

‘Bobcat Moretti’, the new boxing drama from Different Duck Films, has been in the press quite a bit recently. Deadline recently reported that star (and New York stage actor) Tim Realbuto (Yes; Lost In Yonkers) lost 154 pounds to play the title character, the most any actor has for a role in cinema history.
The Reading Series: In Concert Returns Next Month

The Reading Series, a virtual play reading group created in January 2021, just announced their second live and in-person cabaret at Chelsea Table + Stage, The Reading Series: In Concert on November 6th at 7:00 PM.
Tim Realbuto Will Judge Actor Competition For 2022 First Frame International Film Festival

Award winning stage and screen actor, Tim Realbuto (Yes; Bobcat Moretti), will be the head judge for an actor demo reel and audition competition, hosted by the 2nd annual First Frame International Film Festival.
Photos: The Hollywood Museum Honors Fran Drescher, Michael Feinstein & Geri Jewell At The Launch Of The 2022 REAL TO REEL Exhibit

The Hollywood Museum has announced its 2022 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry, it will once again present its ninth (due to the pandemic) annual 'Real to Reel: Portrayals and Perceptions of LGBTQ+ in Hollywood” exhibit in partnership with Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell (CD-13).
Tim Realbuto, Vivica A. Fox, and Taryn Manning to Present at Race To Erase MS Benefit

Tim Realbuto (Lost In Yonkers) will be joined by his “Bobcat Moretti” co-stars Vivica A. Fox (Independence Day; Kill Bill; Set It Off), and Taryn Manning (Orange Is The New Black; 8 Mile; Karen) to promote their latest film, which deals with a protagonist suffering from MS, and to present an award at this evening’s Race To Erase MS benefit.
Tim Realbuto Joins New Thriller WEREWOLF GAME

Hollywood icons Tony Todd (the original “Candyman”), Bai Ling (“The Crow”), and Robert Picardo (“Star Trek: Voyager”) will star in the upcoming social media themed horror film “WEREWOLF GAME.” Joining them are the also previously announced Lydia Hearst (“Z Nation”) and Teala Dunn (“Are We There Yet?”). 
Tim Realbuto to Join Actors Fund Benefit Concert at THE GREEN ROOM 42

The Reading Series, a virtual play reading group created in January 2021, just announced their first live and in-person cabaret at The Green Room 42, The Reading Series: In Concert on February 6th at 9:30 PM.
See Judy Kuhn, Ricky Rojas & More at The Green Room 42 in February

The Green Room 42 has announced their February line-up for in-person performances. Additionally, The Green Room 42 is excited to launch 5/5/5 Tickets – in celebration of their 5th Anniversary, five $5 tickets will be available for every show from February 15, 2022, through February 14, 2023.
Samantha Pauly, Tally Sessions & More to Star in THE READING SERIES: IN CONCERT at Green Room 42

The Reading Series, a virtual play reading group created in January 2021, just announced their first live and in-person cabaret at Green Room 42, The Reading Series: In Concert on February 6th at 9:30 PM.
Kimberly Faye Greenberg Returns To Green Room 42 With FABULOUS FANNY BRICE Next Month

“Fabulous Fanny Brice” has been touring in theatres and venues across the U.S. for the past 9 years and live-streamed during the pandemic on the STELLAR platform where it was named 'Best To Stream' by Time Out NY, American Theatre Magazine and more. In July The Green Room 42 presented FABULOUS FANNY's first live, in-person performance since the pandemic began.
Tim Realbuto Makes Cinema History in Upcoming BOBCAT MORETTI

In order to successfully complete the film, Mr. Realbuto had to lose over 100 pounds while filming as stated in his contract. After losing 154 pounds, he broke the world record for most weight lost for a movie role in cinema history. The record was most recently held by Christian Bale, who reportedly lost 63 pounds for 2004’s ‘The Machinist.’
Neil LaBute To Join In Actors Fund Benefit Reading of His Play IF I NEEDED SOMEONE

IF I NEEDED SOMEONE is the real-time story of two people who meet at a party and end up going home together--after their initial hook-up, we watch them spend the next few hours together negotiating the minefield of modern expectations as they try to see if there is any future in their present situation.
Lauren Zakrin and Tobias Segal Will Lead the World Premiere of IF I NEEDED SOMEONE for The Actors Fund

IF I NEEDED SOMEONE is the real-time story of two people who meet at a party and end up going home together--after their initial hook-up, we watch them spend the next few hours together negotiating the minefield of modern expectations as they try to see if there is any future in their present situation.
Chris Henry Coffey Joins Cast of THE MONEY SHOT for The Actors Fund

The free stream will take place on Wednesday, July 14th at 8:00pm, benefiting The Actors Fund.  Learn more about how to watch here!
Jenn Colella, Amy Spanger, and Lauren Zakrin Will Lead Neil LaBute's THE MONEY SHOT for The Actors Fund

The live stream is free to watch, but a donation to The Actors Fund is suggested. Learn more about the production, and how to watch, here!
Julia Murney and Colin Donnell Set To Star in THE MERCY SEAT For The Actors Fund

The Reading Series has announced their next production, Neil LaBute's acclaimed drama THE MERCY SEAT, which will take place on Tuesday, June 15th at 8:00pm, benefiting The Actors Fund. 

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