Judd Hirsch

Birth Place: Bronx, NY, USA

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Judd Hirsch is an American actor with a career spanning over five decades. Born in the Bronx, New York in 1935, Hirsch began his acting career in the early 1960s, performing in Off-Broadway productions and regional theater. He made his Broadway debut in 1966 in the play "A Thousand Clowns," for which he won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.

Hirsch continued to work on Broadway throughout the 1970s, appearing in productions such as "Knock Knock" and "Talley's Folly." In 1980, he starred in the Tony Award-winning play "I'm Not Rappaport," which also earned him a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play.

In addition to his stage work, Hirsch has had a successful career in television and film. He is perhaps best known for his role as Alex Reiger on the hit sitcom "Taxi," which aired from 1978 to 1983. For his performance on the show, Hirsch received two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.

Hirsch has also appeared in numerous films over the years, including "Ordinary People," for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Other notable film credits include "Independence Day," "A Beautiful Mind," and "The Meyerowitz Stories."

Throughout his career, Hirsch has continued to work in theater, both on and off Broadway. In 2003, he starred in the Broadway production of "Art," which earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play. He also appeared in the 2011 Broadway revival of "The Importance of Being Earnest."

In addition to his work as an actor, Hirsch has also been involved in activism and philanthropy. He has been a vocal advocate for environmental causes and has served as a board member for the Natural Resources Defense Council. He has also been involved with organizations such as the Alzheimer's Association and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

In recent years, Hirsch has continued to work in television, appearing in shows such as "The Goldbergs" and "Forever." He also had a recurring role on the Amazon series "Transparent," for which he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

Despite his many accomplishments, Hirsch remains humble about his success. In an interview with The New York Times, he said, "I never thought of myself as a star. I always thought of myself as a working actor. And that's what I've always tried to be."

At 86 years old, Hirsch continues to work in the entertainment industry, proving that age is just a number. His dedication to his craft and his commitment to making a difference in the world make him a true icon in both the theater world and beyond.

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Judd Hirsch STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Hans

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Nat

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Marc [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1996
Murray Burns

[Broadway]
1992
Eddie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1985
Natt

Nat

[Broadway]
1980
Matt Friedman

[Broadway]
1977
George Schneider

[Broadway]
1976
Gambler

Joan's Voices

Judge

Messenger

Wiseman

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1963
Telephone Man [Replacement]


Judd Hirsch Movies

The Law
[ 1974 ] Murray Stone
Fear on Trial
[ 1975 ] Saul
The Legend of Valentino
[ 1975 ] Jack Auerbach
The Keegans
[ 1976 ] Lieutenant Marco Ciardi
King of the Gypsies
[ 1978 ] Groffo
Sooner or Later
[ 1979 ] Bob Walters
The Halloween That Almost Wasn't
[ 1979 ] Count Dracula
Ordinary People
[ 1980 ] Doctor Berger
Marriage Is Alive and Well
[ 1980 ] Herb Rollie
Without a Trace
[ 1983 ] Al Menetti
Teachers
[ 1984 ] Roger Rubell
Lights
[ 1984 ] Narrator - Voice
The Goodbye People
[ 1984 ] Arthur Korman
Brotherly Love
[ 1985 ] Ben Ryder / Harry Brand
First Steps
[ 1985 ] Dr. Jerrold Petrofsky
Running on Empty
[ 1988 ] Arthur Pope
The Great Escape II: The Untold Story
[ 1988 ] Capt. David Matthews
She Said No
[ 1990 ] Martin Knapek
Betrayal of Trust
[ 1994 ] Dr. Jules Masserman
Going, Going, Almost Gone! Animals in Danger
[ 1995 ] Self - Voice
Independence Day
[ 1996 ] Julius Levinson
Color of Justice
[ 1997 ] Sam Lind
Out of the Cold
[ 1999 ] Leon Axelrod
Rocky Marciano
[ 1999 ] Al Weill
A Beautiful Mind
[ 2001 ] Helinger
Who Killed the Federal Theatre
[ 2003 ] Self - Narrator
Zeyda and the Hitman
[ 2004 ] Gideon Schub
Brother's Shadow
[ 2006 ] Leo Groden
Damages
[ 2006 ] William Herndon
Polish Bar
[ 2010 ] Uncle Sol
Silent Witness
[ 2011 ] Saul Rubin
Tower Heist
[ 2011 ] Mr. Simon
The Muppets
[ 2011 ] Judd Hirsch
This Must Be the Place
[ 2011 ] Mordecai Midler
Altered Minds
[ 2013 ] Dr. Nathaniel Shellner
Untitled Larry Dorf/Ben Falcone Project
[ 2013 ]
Sharknado 2: The Second One
[ 2014 ] Ben
Independence Day: Resurgence
[ 2016 ] Julius Levinson
The Meyerowitz Stories
[ 2017 ] L.J. Shapiro
Uncut Gems
[ 2019 ] Gooey
Gone Hollywood
[ 2019 ] Lev Kertzman
A Deadly Legend
[ 2020 ] Carl Turner
Burning at Both Ends
[ 2021 ] Bertrand
Hollywood Stargirl
[ 2022 ] Mr. Mitchell
iMordecai
[ 2022 ] Mordecai Samel
The Fabelmans
[ 2022 ] Uncle Boris
Rally Caps
[ 2022 ] Herb
Showing Up
[ 2022 ] Bill

Judd Hirsch TV Shows

The Law
Murray Stone
Medical Story
Dr. Joe Dempsey
Columbo
Make-up Artist
Visions
Joe Morris
Delvecchio
[ 1976-1977 ] Sgt. Dominick Delvecchio, Det. Dominick Delvecchio
Rhoda
Mike Andretti
Taxi
[ 1978-1983 ] Alex Reiger
Detective in the House
Press Wyman
Dear John USA
[ 1988-1992 ] John Lacey
Caroline in the City
Ben Karinsky
George & Leo
[ 1997-1998 ] Leo Wagonman
Welcome to New York
Dr. Bob
Family Law
Daniel Bonner
Philly
Rabbi Nathan Wexler
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Ben Elkins
Street Time
Shimi Goldman
Regular Joe
Baxter Binder
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
Wes Mendell
Tom Goes to the Mayor
Prisoner
American Dad!
Rabbi
Numb3rs
[ 2005-2010 ] Alan Eppes
Warehouse 13
Izzy Weisfelt
The Whole Truth
Judge Wright
Damages
[ 2011-2012 ] Bill Herndon
The Good Wife
Judge Harrison Creary
Perception
Sigmund Freud
Small Miracles
Mort
Forever
[ 2014-2015 ] Abe
Maron
[ 2013-2016 ] Larry
Family Guy
[ 2005-2016 ] Judd Hirsches, Judd Hirsch
The Big Bang Theory
Dr. Alfred Hofstadter
Say Goodnight Kevin
Julius Levinson
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
[ 2003-2018 ] Joseph Edelman, Dr. Judah Platner
Superior Donuts
[ 2017-2018 ] Arthur Przybyszewski
The 5th Quarter
Johnson
Welcome to the Wayne
[ 2018-2019 ] Judd Hirsch
Modern Love
Cop, Vendor, Taxi Driver
The Return of Brian Willing
Seymore Liebowitz
Hunters
Simon Wiesenthal
God Friended Me
Abe
The Goldbergs
[ 2015-2022 ] Ben 'Pop-Pop' Goldberg
Big Mouth
[ 2019-2022 ] Lewis Glouberman

Judd Hirsch Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Judd HirschI'm Not Rappaport


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Actor - Play

Judd Hirsch, Conversations with My Father


winner
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Judd Hirsch, Conversations With My Father

Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Judd HirschI'm Not Rappaport


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1986 - Best Actor

Judd Hirsch, I'm Not Rappaport


winner
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Judd Hirsch, I'm Not Rappaport

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Judd Hirsch, Talley's Folly

Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Judd Hirsch, Talley's Folly

Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Judd Hirsch, Talley's Folly

Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Judd Hirsch, Chapter Two


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Judd Hirsch, Knock Knock

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Judd Hirsch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Judd Hirsch been in?

Judd Hirsch has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Judd Hirsch been in?

Judd Hirsch has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Judd Hirsch been nominated for?

Judd Hirsch has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including: Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for "I'm Not Rappaport," Best Actor - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Conversations with My Father," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Conversations With My Father" and "I'm Not Rappaport," Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Talley's Folly," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Talley's Folly," Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Talley's Folly," Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Chapter Two," and Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Knock Knock."

What awards has Judd Hirsch won?

Judd Hirsch has won the following awards: Best Actor - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Conversations with My Father, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Conversations With My Father, Best Actor (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for I'm Not Rappaport, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for I'm Not Rappaport, and Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Knock Knock.

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