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Birthday
January 20, 1956
(69 years old)Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As
William Maher Jr.
William 'Bill' Maher, Jr. is an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor. Before his current role as the host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, he hosted a similar late-night talk show called Politically Incorrect, originally on Comedy Central and later on ABC. He's known for his political satire and sociopolitical commentary, which targets a wide swath of topics. He supports the legalization of marijuana and same-sex marriage, and serves on the board of PETA. He is also a critic of religion and is an advisory board member of Project Reason, a foundation to promote scientific knowledge and secular values within society. He currently ranks number 38 on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. He got a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on September 14, 2010.
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The Interview
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Bill Maher: Live from D.C.
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Mystical Traveler: The Life and Times of Dr. John-Roger
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A Million Ways to Die in the West
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All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State
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Eat Drink Laugh: The Story of The Comic Strip
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