Joel Grey

Birth Name:

Joel David Katz

Birth Place:

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack

Has an exhibit of his photography works held at the Museum of the City of New York in 2011
In 1985, he was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his live performances in theatre
Is the father of "Dirty Dancing" actress Jennifer Grey
Made his stage debut at the age of nine at the Cleveland Playhouse in Ohio
Well known for his roles in various musicals, including "Cabaret," "Chicago," "Wicked," etc
Claims to often be confused with actor Ron Rifkin
In 1967, he served as the first mystery guest on "What's My Line?"

1972KCFCC Award - Best Supporting Actor:Winner
1972NBR Award - Best Supporting Actor:Winner
1973Oscar - Best Actor in a Supporting Role:Winner
1973BAFTA Film Award - Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles:Winner
1973Golden Globe - Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture:Winner
1973NSFC Award - Best Supporting Actor:Winner
1986Saturn Award - Best Supporting Actor:Nominated
1986Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture:Nominated
1993Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1993Q Award - Specialty Player:Nominated
2005Gold Derby TV Award - Drama Guest Actor:Nominated

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