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Chris Noth Biography

Birth Name:Christopher David Noth

Birth Place:Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Profession Actor, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Served as spokesman for Beaulieu Vineyard's Give and Give Back campaign, which raises awareness about the importance of eliminating hunger in the United States and celebrates and supports those who are contributing to the cause
  • Was nominated for the 2003 Satellite Award for best performance by an actor in a supporting role in a series
  • Won the 2001 Theatre World Award for his role in "The Best Man․"
  • Studied at the Yale School of Drama
  • Studied acting with Sanford Meisner at the Neighborhood Playhouse
  • Well known for his role as Big in the series "Sex and the City․"
  • Originated the role of Senator Joseph Cantwell in the 2000 Broadway production "The Best Man․"

Awards

  • 1994Q Award-Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Drama Series: nominated
  • 1995Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 1996Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 2000Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
  • 2003Golden Satellite Award-Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Comedy or Musical: nominated
  • 2006TV Land Award-Coolest Crime Fighting Team: nominated
  • 2009People's Choice Award-Favorite Cast: nominated
  • 2011Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 2011Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
  • 2012Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 2014BTVA Anime Dub Movie/Special Voice Acting Award-Best Vocal Ensemble in an Anime Feature Film/Special: nominated