Jason Alexander

Born:September 23, 1959

Place of Birth:Newark, New Jersey, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Jay Scott Greenspan, famously known as Jason Alexander, is a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry. With a diverse skill set that includes acting, writing, comedy, directing, producing, and even singing, Alexander has left an indelible mark on both the small and big screens. His portrayal of the neurotic yet lovable George Costanza on the iconic sitcom Seinfeld solidified his spot in television history, captivating audiences from 1989 to 1998 with his impeccable comedic timing and relatable character portrayal.

Beyond his television success, Alexander has also graced the Broadway stage with his exceptional talents. In 1989, he took home the prestigious Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his role in Jerome Robbins' Broadway, showcasing his versatility as a performer. His theatrical prowess was further highlighted in the Los Angeles production of The Producers alongside Martin Short, where he dazzled audiences with his captivating stage presence and undeniable charisma.

As the Artistic Director of "Reprise! Broadway's Best in Los Angeles," Alexander has not only showcased his acting abilities but also his directorial skills, bringing to life several acclaimed musicals with his unique vision and creative insight. His passion for the arts shines through in his work, demonstrating a deep understanding and appreciation for the world of theater.

In addition to his contributions to the entertainment industry, Alexander is also known for his love of poker, showcasing yet another dimension of his dynamic personality. His strategic thinking and quick wit at the poker table mirror the qualities that have made him a standout talent in the world of show business, further solidifying his status as a true Renaissance man.

With a career spanning decades, Jason Alexander continues to captivate audiences with his unmatched talent and dedication to his craft. Whether he's making audiences laugh with his comedic performances or moving them with his dramatic portrayals, Alexander's versatility as an actor knows no bounds. His enduring legacy in both television and theater cements his status as a true icon in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible impact that will be remembered for years to come.

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Filmography

Acting

The Electric State

Ted / Wingman

2025

An orphaned teen hits the road with a mysterious robot to find her long-lost brother, teaming up with a smuggler and his wisecracking sidekick.

Pretty Woman

Philip Stuckey

1990

While on a business trip in Los Angeles, Edward Lewis, a millionaire entrepreneur who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a prostitute, Vivian, while asking for directions; after, Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend to accompany him to a few social events, and the two get closer only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.

Leo

Jayda's Dad (voice)

2023

Jaded 74-year-old lizard Leo has been stuck in the same Florida classroom for decades with his terrarium-mate turtle. When he learns he only has one year left to live, he plans to escape to experience life on the outside but instead gets caught up in the problems of his anxious students — including an impossibly mean substitute teacher.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Gargoyle Hugo (voice)

1996

Isolated bell-ringer Quasimodo wishes to leave Notre Dame tower against the wishes of Judge Claude Frollo, his stern guardian and Paris' strait-laced Minister of Justice. His first venture to the outside world finds him Esmeralda, a kind-hearted and fearless Romani woman who openly stands up to Frollo's tyranny.

Wild Card

Pinky

2015

When a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal skills and a gambling problem gets in trouble with the mob, he has one last play… and it's all or nothing.

Hachi: A Dog's Tale

Carl

2009

A drama based on the true story of a college professor's bond with the abandoned dog he takes into his home.

Shallow Hal

Mauricio

2001

After taking his dying father's advice, Hal dates only the embodiments of female physical perfection. But that all changes after Hal has an unexpected run-in with self-help guru Tony Robbins. Intrigued by Hal's shallowness, Robbins hypnotizes him into seeing the beauty that exists even in the least physically appealing women. Hal soon falls for Rosemary, but he doesn't realize that his gorgeous girlfriend is actually a 300-pound-not-so-hottie.

Jacob's Ladder

Geary

1990

After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.

101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure

Lightning (voice)

2003

Being one of 101 takes its toll on Patch, who doesn't feel unique. When he's accidentally left behind on moving day, he meets his idol, Thunderbolt, who enlists him on a publicity campaign.

The Return of Jafar

Abis Mal - the Chief of the Thieves (voice)

1994

The evil Jafar escapes from the magic lamp as an all-powerful genie, ready to plot his revenge against Aladdin. From battling elusive villains atop winged horses, to dodging flames inside an exploding lava pit, it's up to Aladdin - with Princess Jasmine and the outrageously funny Genie by his side - to save the kingdom once and for all.

Coneheads

Larry Farber

1993

A pair of aliens arrive on Earth to prepare for invasion, but crash instead. With enormous cone-shaped heads, robotlike walks and an appetite for toilet paper, aliens Beldar and Prymatt don't exactly blend in with the population of Paramus, N.J. But for some reason, everyone believes them when they say they're from France.

The Burning

Dave

1981

A caretaker at a summer camp is burned when a prank goes tragically wrong. After several years of intensive treatment at hospital, he is released back into society, albeit missing some social skills. What follows is a bloody killing spree with the caretaker making his way back to his old stomping ground to confront one of the youths that accidentally burned him.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame II

Gargoyle Hugo (voice)

2002

Now that Frollo is gone, Quasimodo rings the bell with the help of his new friend and Esmeralda's and Phoebus' little son, Zephyr. But when Quasi stops by a traveling circus owned by evil magician Sarousch, he falls for Madellaine, Sarouch's assistant.

The Last Supper

Anti-Enviroment

1995

A group of idealistic, but frustrated, liberals succumb to the temptation of murdering rightwing pundits for their political beliefs.

The Last Laugh

Self

2016

Feature documentary about humor and the Holocaust, examining whether it is ever acceptable to use humor in connection with a tragedy of that scale, and the implications for other seemingly off-limits topics in a society that prizes free speech.

The Aristocrats

Self

2005

One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.

Tom and Jerry: Back to Oz

Mr. Bibb / The Nome King (voice)

2016

After capturing the good witch, the villainous King Gnome creates havoc throughout Oz as he needs Dorothy's ruby slippers to take control of the Emerald City. So, it is up to Tom and Jerry to save the land of Oz!

For the Love of Spock

Self

2016

The life of Mr. Spock, as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played him for almost fifty years, written and directed by his son: Adam.

The Mosquito Coast

Hardware Clerk

1986

Allie Fox, an American inventor exhausted by the perceived danger and degradation of modern society, decides to escape with his wife and children to Belize. In the jungle, he tries with mad determination to create a utopian community with disastrous results.

Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey

Moronic (voice)

2010

Dave, a young photon, who is forced out of the Sun on a journey of discovery. He must get to the Cassini Space Craft and save it from the forces of the Void, only Dave does not know exactly what he must do or even where the Cassini Space craft is or what it is. The forces of the Void must destroy Cassini before it sends its great discoveries back to Earth and Dave is the only thing that stands between them and victory.

Production

Agent Cody Banks

Executive Producer

2003

Recruited by the U.S. government to be a special agent, nerdy teenager Cody Banks must get closer to cute classmate Natalie in order to learn about an evil plan hatched by her father. But despite the agent persona, Cody struggles with teen angst.