Bill Maher
Actor
Biography
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.
Filmography
The Interview
as Self (uncredited) 2014
A Million Ways to Die in the West
as Barn Dance Comedian (uncredited) 2014
John Q
as Bill Maher 2002
The Campaign
as Bill Maher 2012
Delivery Man
as Himself 2013
Late Night
as Bill Maher 2019
Sicko
as Self 2007
EDtv
as Bill Maher 1999
Religulous
as Self - Host/Narrator 2008
Reality
as Self (archive footage) 2023
Primary Colors
as Himself 1998
Tomcats
as Carlos (uncredited) 2001
House II: The Second Story
as John 1987
Swing Vote
as Bill Maher 2008
The Aristocrats
as Self 2005
Inside Deep Throat
as Self 2005