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Brian Doyle-Murray Biography

Birth Name:Brian Doyle-Murray

Birth Place:Chicago, Illinois, United States

Profession Actor, Writer, Soundtrack, Producer, Music department

Fast Facts

  • Along with his brothers, he participated in the sixth annual Murray Bros․ Caddyshack Golf Tournament in St․ Augustine, Fla․, that raised more than $1 million for the St․ Vincent foundation to provide medical care and medication to the uninsured
  • One of his first acting gigs was performing for The Second City comedy stage troupe in the early 1970s
  • Quote: "I have a pretty good idea what is funny, but if you do it twice in one day in front of a live audience, they will let you know if they like it or not․"
  • Has acted in several films with his little brother, Bill Murray, including "Caddyshack" and "Groundhog Day․"
  • Has lent his gruff, gravelly voice to a number of cartoons, animated series and video games
  • Used to work as a caddy to raise money for his catholic school tuition
  • Added the "Doyle," which is his grandmother's maiden name, to his professional name so that he would not be confused with actor Brian Murray

Awards

  • 1978Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series: nominated
  • 1979Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Writing in a Comedy or Comedy-Variety or Music Series: nominated
  • 1980Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program: nominated
  • 2023IFS Award-Best Supporting Actor: winner