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Peter Dante

Peter Dante

Born:16. december 1968

Place of Birth:West Hartford, Connecticut, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Peter Dante, born on December 16, 1968, is a versatile American actor known for his frequent collaborations with his close friend, Adam Sandler, in numerous Happy Madison films. Over the years, Dante has established himself as a familiar face in the comedy genre, often sharing the screen with actors like Jonathan Loughran and Allen Covert. His memorable roles include playing the quarterback Gee Grenouille in "The Waterboy," the quirky Murph in "Mr. Deeds," and a security guard in "50 First Dates."

Apart from acting, Dante showcased his talent as a writer, actor, and producer in the comedy film "Grandma's Boy," where he portrayed a colorful drug dealer with an eclectic mix of pets. His comedic range was further highlighted when he took on the role of a NYC firefighter in "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry" and played Danny Gutierrez in "Strange Wilderness."

Beyond his contributions to the film industry, Peter Dante is also a gifted musician and singer/songwriter. His musical endeavors have led him to collaborate with Adam Sandler and Buck Simmonds, showcasing his creativity in various art forms. Additionally, Dante is a member of the music group Rad Omen, alongside notable artists like Dirt Nasty, DJ Troublemaker, Steven Laing, and Benji Madden.

Despite his success in Hollywood, Peter Dante remains grounded in his roots, having graduated from Hofstra University, where he not only honed his acting skills but also excelled in sports as a lacrosse player. This diverse background adds depth to his performances, allowing him to bring authenticity and charisma to each character he embodies on screen.

With a career spanning several decades, Peter Dante continues to captivate audiences with his comedic timing, infectious energy, and undeniable charm. Whether he's delivering hilarious one-liners or showcasing his musical talents, Dante's presence in the entertainment industry remains a testament to his passion for storytelling and his dedication to entertaining audiences worldwide.

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Grown Ups 2

Grown Ups 2

Officer Dante

2013

Lenny has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises—the last day of school.
Just Go with It

Just Go with It

Pick-Up Guy #2

2011

While romancing Palmer, a much younger schoolteacher, plastic surgeon Danny Maccabee enlists his loyal assistant Katherine to pretend to be his soon to be ex-wife, in order to cover up a careless lie. When more lies backfire, Katherine's kids become involved, and everyone heads off for a weekend in Hawaii that will change all their lives.
50 First Dates

50 First Dates

Security Guard

2004

Henry is a player skilled at seducing women. But when this veterinarian meets Lucy, a girl with a quirky problem when it comes to total recall, he realizes it's possible to fall in love all over again…and again, and again. That's because the delightful Lucy has no short-term memory, so Henry must woo her day after day until he finally sweeps her off her feet.
That's My Boy

That's My Boy

Dante Spirou

2012

While in his teens, Donny fathered a son, Todd, and raised him as a single parent up until Todd's 18th birthday. Now, after not seeing each other for years, Todd's world comes crashing down when Donny resurfaces just before Todd's wedding.
Big Daddy

Big Daddy

Tommy Grayton

1999

A lazy law school grad adopts a kid to impress his girlfriend, but everything doesn't go as planned and he becomes the unlikely foster father.
I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry

I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry

Tony Paroni

2007

Firefighters Chuck Ford and Larry Valentine are guy's guys, loyal to the core—which is why when widower Larry asks Chuck to pose as his lover so that he can get domestic partner benefits for his kids, his buddy agrees. However, things get dicey when a bureaucrat comes calling, and the boys are forced to present a picture of domestic bliss.
Jack and Jill

Jack and Jill

Carol's Boyfriend

2011

Jack Sadelstein, a successful advertising executive in Los Angeles with a beautiful wife and kids, dreads one event each year: the Thanksgiving visit of his twin sister Jill. Jill's neediness and passive-aggressiveness is maddening to Jack, turning his normally tranquil life upside down.
Mr. Deeds

Mr. Deeds

Murph

2002

When Longfellow Deeds, a small-town pizzeria owner and poet, inherits $40 billion from his deceased uncle, he quickly begins rolling in a different kind of dough. Moving to the big city, Deeds finds himself besieged by opportunists all gunning for their piece of the pie. Babe, a television tabloid reporter, poses as an innocent small-town girl to do an exposé on Deeds.
Little Nicky

Little Nicky

Peter

2000

After the lord of darkness decides he will not cede his throne to any of his three sons, the two most powerful of them escape to Earth to create a kingdom for themselves. This action closes the portal filtering sinful souls to Hell and causes Satan to wither away. He must send his most weak but beloved son, Little Nicky, to Earth to return his brothers to Hell.
The Waterboy

The Waterboy

Gee Grenouille

1998

Bobby Boucher is a water boy for a struggling college football team. The coach discovers Boucher's hidden rage makes him a tackling machine whose bone-crushing power might vault his team into the playoffs.
Grandma's Boy

Grandma's Boy

Dante

2006

Even though he's 35, Alex acts more like he's 13, spending his days as the world's oldest video game tester and his evenings developing the next big Xbox game. But when he gets kicked out of his apartment, he's forced to move in with his grandmother.
The Wedding Singer

The Wedding Singer

David's Friend

1998

Robbie, a local rock star turned wedding singer, is dumped on the day of his wedding. Meanwhile, waitress Julia finally sets a wedding date with her fiancée Glenn. When Julia and Robbie meet and hit it off, they find that things are more complicated than anybody thought.
Stuck on You

Stuck on You

Officer Hill

2003

In Martha's Vineyard, Mass., conjoined twins Walt and Bob Tenor make the best of their handicap by being the fastest grill cooks in town. While outgoing Walt hopes to one day become a famous actor, shy Bob prefers to stay out of the spotlight. When a fading Hollywood actress, Cher, decides to get her show "Honey and the Beaze" cancelled, she hires Walt -- and his brotherly appendage -- as her costars. But their addition surprisingly achieves the opposite.

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Grandma's Boy

Grandma's Boy

Producer

2006

Even though he's 35, Alex acts more like he's 13, spending his days as the world's oldest video game tester and his evenings developing the next big Xbox game. But when he gets kicked out of his apartment, he's forced to move in with his grandmother.