Brian Doyle-Murray
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
- 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
- Used to work as a caddy to raise money for his catholic school tuition
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