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Harvey Fierstein Biography

Profession Actor, Soundtrack, Writer

Awards

  • 1985Emmy-Outstanding Interview/Interviewer - Programs: winner
  • 1989ACE-Actor in a Dramatic or Theatrical Special: nominated
  • 1989ACE-Writing a Dramatic Special: winner
  • 1989Independent Spirit Award-Best Male Lead: nominated
  • 1992Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 1994American Comedy Award-Funniest Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture: nominated
  • 1994ACCA-Best Cast Ensemble: nominated
  • 2000Humanitas Prize-Children's Animation Category: winner
  • 2017MTV Movie + TV Award-Best Musical Moment: nominated