Tony Bill

Birth Name:

Gerald Anthony Bill

Birth Place:

San Diego, California, United States

Profession

Actor, Director, Producer

Serves as a member of the Board of Governors and Board of Trustees for the Motion Picture Association of America
Studied English and art at the University of Notre Dame
Bill's introduction to the big screen came in the 1963 film "Come Blow Your Horn," starring Frank Sinatra
Known for portraying dim-witted and immature characters
Co-owned the 72 Market Street Oyster Bar and Grill in Venice, California for 16 years
Has two daughters, Madeline and Daphne, with Helen Buck Bartlett
Published the book "Movie Speak: How to Talk Like You Belong on a Film Set" in 2009

1974Oscar - Best Picture:Winner
1987Gold Hugo - Best Feature:Nominated
1997Children's Jury Award - Certificate of Merit - Feature Film or Video:Winner
1998PGA Hall of Fame - Motion PicturesWinner
2008Gold Medal for Excellence - Best Impact of Music in a Feature Film - Director's Choice:Winner
2008Gold Medal for Excellence - Best Impact of Music in a Feature Film - Audience Choice:Winner

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