Billy Crystal
Birth Place: Long Beach, NY, USA
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BIO
BILLY CRYSTAL is a Tony and Emmy Award winning comedian, actor, producer, writer, and director. He is known around the world as the star of such feature films as When Harry Met Sally…, City Slickers and Analyze This; as a cast member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live; and the acclaimed nine-time host of the Academy Awards®. Crystal has hosted the GRAMMY® Awards three times and earned 5 Emmys for his work as host, writer and producer on both shows. Billy won his 6th Emmy for the HBO Comedy Special “Midnight Train to Moscow.”
Crystal was the 2007 recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and is a NY Times best-selling author of 5 books. In 2004, Crystal made his Broadway debut with the original production of his one-man show 700 Sundays, for which he won a Tony Award. The Broadway production was released as an HBO special, garnering 4 Emmy Nominations.
Crystal’s latest work includes the friendship comedy Standing Up, Falling Down opposite Ben Schwartz, as well as Here Today, for which Crystal co-wrote the screenplay, directed, produced, and starred opposite Tiffany Haddish. He has been married to Janice for 51 years and they have two children and four grandchildren.
Photos
MICHAEL MCKEAN, CHRISTOPHER GUEST, JERRY O'CONNELL, WIL WHEATON, FRED SAVAGE, CARY ELWES, MANDY PATINKIN, CAROL KANE, BILLY CRYSTAL, MEG RYAN, KIEFER SUTHERLAND, DEMI MOORE, KEVIN POLLAK, KATHY BATES, ANNETTE BENING, JOHN CUSACK, DAPHNE ZUNIGA
From: Photos: Barbra Streisand, Moulin Rouge! Reunion & More at the 98th Oscars
MICHAEL MCKEAN, CHRISTOPHER GUEST, JERRY O'CONNELL, WIL WHEATON, FRED SAVAGE, CARY ELWES, MANDY PATINKIN, CAROL KANE, BILLY CRYSTAL, MEG RYAN, KIEFER SUTHERLAND, DEMI MOORE, KEVIN POLLAK, KATHY BATES, ANNETTE BENING, JOHN CUSACK, DAPHNE ZUNIGA
From: Photos: Barbra Streisand, Moulin Rouge! Reunion & More at the 98th Oscars
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Movies
[ 1978 ] Lionel Carpenter
[ 1980 ] Rugs Turkell, Joey Gongolong, Art Antica
[ 1984 ] Morty the Mime
[ 1986 ] Danny Costanzo
[ 1987 ] Larry
[ 1987 ] Miracle Max
[ 1988 ] Abbie
[ 1989 ] Harry Burns
[ 1991 ] Mitch Robbins
[ 1992 ] Buddy Young Jr.
[ 1994 ] Mitch Robbins
[ 1995 ] Mickey
[ 1996 ] First Gravedigger
[ 1997 ] Jack Lawrence
[ 1997 ] Larry, The Devil
[ 1998 ] SamSammyKamin
[ 1999 ] Dr. Ben Sobel
[ 2001 ] Lee Phillips
[ 2001 ] Mike
[ 2002 ] Ben Sobel
[ 2004 ] Calcifer
[ 2006 ] Mike Car
[ 2010 ] Billy Crystal
[ 2012 ] Artie Decker
[ 2012 ] Burt Walnut
[ 2013 ] Mike
[ 2016 ] Billy Crystal
[ 2018 ] David
[ 2019 ] Marty
[ 2021 ] Charlie Burnz
TV Shows
Mike
Jodie Dallas
Garreth Pink
[ 2021-2024 ] Mike
Eli
Eli
[ 2021-2024 ] Mike
Awards and Nominations
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
winner
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
Billy Crystal, Mr. Saturday Night
winner
Billy Crystal, 7 Sundays
winner
Billy Crystal, 7 Sundays
winner
Billy Crystal, 7 Sundays
Videos
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Video: Joshua Henry, Shaina Taub, & Ben Levi Ross Record 'He Wanted to Say' From RAGTIME
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Video: Laura Benanti’s Melania Trump Talks New Film on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-05 12:19:46
Video: Marc Shaiman Recalls Journey From Bette Midler Superfan to Collaborator
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-28 10:51:25
Video: Laura Benanti Brings Melania Trump Back to THE LATE SHOW for Holiday Segment
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 10:52:04
Exclusive: Shoshana Bean Makes Carnegie Hall Solo Debut- Watch Highlights
by Joey Mervis - 2025-11-10 13:04:01
Video: Laura Benanti Talks MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN Role, Addresses Broadway League Deals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-23 16:08:52
Video: Laura Benanti Returns as First Lady Melania Trump on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-21 10:56:36
Video: TCM Spotlights the United Palace Theatre with Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-27 13:23:45
Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for Conan O'Brien Mark Twain Prize Special
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-29 13:36:21
Video: Watch Shoshana Bean Perform 'Don't Rain on My Parade' With Pink Martini
by Michael Major - 2025-04-04 13:41:49
Video: See 'Holiday' from Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT At Center Theater Group
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News
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
Fresh off her Tony win for The Lost Boys this past Sunday, Shoshana Bean has revealed that she is going on the road this fall for her 'Only Smoke Tour' in support of her 2025 album.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 Tony Awards achieved an impressive 5.06 million viewers on Sunday, very slightly down from the 78th Tonys in 2025, which came in at 5.10 million.
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026
Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Shoshana Bean took home a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for The Lost Boys. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 1, 2026
Shoshana Bean, who is nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in The Lost Boys, recently received her iconic portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the unveiling here!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2026
Shoshana Bean has won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for THE LOST BOYS.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Ed Harris has revealed that he will be returning to the stage this year, starring alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Allison Janney in a production of Jon Robin Baitz's family drama, Other Desert Cities.
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2026
On Wednesday, May 6, Netflix hosted a special screening of Marty, Life Is Short, a new documentary about Tony Award-winning performer Martin Short, at the historic Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. Take a look at photos from the event.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 26, 2026
Since the start of television’s legendary Saturday Night Live in 1975, there has been cross-over between the show and Broadway. Actors who have started out on Broadway have ended up gracing our televisions on Saturday night as cast members in the sketch comedy program.
by - Apr 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 15, 2026
Tony and Emmy Award-winner Billy Crystal will return to Broadway this fall in a new one-man show, 860, written and performed by Mr. Crystal and directed by Olivier Award-winner Scott Ellis. We have all of the details!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026
On Monday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Broadway favorite Laura Benanti stopped by the show as the First Lady to shed some light on comments she made during a recent press conference. Watch Benanti
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
Marc Shaiman will launch a second leg of the Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner Book Tour, with special guests Patti LuPone, Michael Buble, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of the new musical THE LOST BOYS. The production will open on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at The Palace Theatre. Meet the cast of THE LOST BOYS here!
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 12, 2026
Broadway has a long history of one-person shows, including many that have been added to the canon in this century. Seeing one actor powerfully create a whole world on stage can be an exceptional experience. Of course, one handers are hardly one-person projects; while there may only be one actor on stage, they are collaborating with an entire team of creatives, designers, and behind-the-scenes personnel to bring a show to life.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2026
The 98th Oscars brought in 17.86 million viewers this past Sunday on ABC and Hulu, coming in about 9% from last year's ceremony. The new dates are the lowest for the annual event since 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026
The Beverly Hills Film Festival will return April 12–19, 2026 with a record 450 films from more than 65 countries. The festival will feature screenings, panels, and events at venues including TCL Chinese Theatres and The Beverly Hilton.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 16, 2026
Barbra Streisand honored Robert Redford, Ewan McGregor & Nicole Kidman reunited, and more magical moments from the 98th Academy Awards.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Shoshana Bean dished on showing her totally unfiltered self on her new album 'Only Smoke.' Then, she took to the stage alongside Pink to perform a duet of her new song 'Let Me Believe.' Check out the video here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Billy Crystal has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
Billy Crystal has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Contribution to the Theater Award (Drama League Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mr. Saturday Night, Best Special Theatrical Event (BroadwayWorld Awards) for 700 Sundays , Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 700 Sundays and Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for 700 Sundays.
Billy Crystal has won the Contribution to the Theater Award from the Drama League Awards for Mr. Saturday Night. He received the Best Special Theatrical Event award from the BroadwayWorld Awards for 700 Sundays. Additionally, he won the Outstanding Solo Performance award from both the Outer Critics Circle Awards and the Drama Desk Awards, also for 700 Sundays.
Billy Crystal has written 3 shows including 700 Sundays (Playwright), Have a Nice Day (Playwright), 860 (Writer).
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