Nathan Lane

Born: 1956-02-03

Birthplace: Jersey City, New Jersey, USA

Biography

Nathan Lane, born Joseph Lane on February 3, 1956, in Jersey City, New Jersey, is an acclaimed American actor known for his work on stage and screen. He has been active in the entertainment industry since 1975 and has received numerous awards, including three Tony Awards, seven Drama Desk Awards, a Laurence Olivier Award, three Emmy Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.

Lane made his professional theatre debut in 1978 in an off-Broadway production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream". He gained widespread recognition for his roles in Broadway productions such as "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," "The Producers," and "Angels in America". His film credits include "The Lion King," "The Birdcage," "Mouse Hunt," and "The Producers".

In addition to his stage and film work, Lane has appeared in various television series, including "Modern Family," "The Good Wife," and "Only Murders in the Building". He has been married to Devlin Elliott since 2015.

Known For

The Lion King
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
The Lion King 1½
Austin Powers in Goldmember
Once Upon a Studio
Addams Family Values
Spellbound
MouseHunt
The Birdcage
Beau Is Afraid

Top Movie Credits

The Lion King Timon (voice)
The Lion King 1½ Timon (voice)
Austin Powers in Goldmember Mysterious Disco Man
Once Upon a Studio Timon (voice)
Spellbound Luno - Oracle of the Moon (voice)
MouseHunt Ernie Smuntz