Michael Rapaport Biography

Fast Facts

• Winner of an Enzian Award at the Florida Film Festival in 1994 for artistic achievement
• Most well-known trademark is his thick New York accent
• Nominated for an Independent Spirit Award in 1993 for Best Male Lead in "Zebrahead․"
• Winner of a PGA Award in 2012 in Outstanding Producer of a Documentary Theatrical Motion Pictures for "Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest․"
• Recipient of a Black Reel at the Black Reel Awards in 2012 in Best Documentary for "Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest․"
• Quote: "I don't think about it as being bumped up, but as being bumped forward․ I'm not interested in climbing up the ladder․ From 'up' you can come 'down․' I just want 'forward․"
• Named Most Valuable Player for his defense against Terrell Owens in the 2010 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
• In his spare time, he enjoys rap music, sports and New York