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My Take
Hank Azaria might be the most-heard, least-recognized actor in America, and that paradox is exactly why I admire him. He gave The Simpsons half its population — Moe, Chief Wiggum, Comic Book Guy — distinct souls built from nothing but breath and timing. What elevates him for me is the range beyond the booth: Emmy wins in both voice and on-camera categories, plus genuine stage chops. I also respect how he later reckoned publicly with the Apu controversy, treating his own legacy with honesty rather than defensiveness. That mix of craft and conscience is rare in comedy.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Hank Azaria
- Name (Japanese)
- ハンク・アザリア
- Reading
- はんく・あざりあ
- Born
- April 25, 1964 (age 62)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Taurus / Dragon
- Origin
- Queens, New York, United States
- Occupation
- television actor / film actor / dub actor / stage actor / voice actor
2. Background
- University
- Tufts University
Awards & achievements
- Annie Award
- 2005 Theatre World Award
- 2000 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
- 2016 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series
- 2015 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance
4. Personality
Motto
Private
5. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | The Simpsons | — | |
| Notable work | The Birdcage | — |
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Hank Azaria born?
Born April 25, 1964 (age 62).
Where is Hank Azaria from?
Hank Azaria is from Queens, New York, United States.
What does Hank Azaria do?
Hank Azaria works as television actor, film actor, dub actor, stage actor, voice actor.
What is Hank Azaria known for?
Notable works include The Simpsons, The Birdcage.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-11
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.