Paul Williams

Born:19 September 1940

Place of Birth:Bennington, Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Known For:Sound

Biography

Paul Williams, born on September 19, 1940, is a multi-talented American composer, singer, songwriter, and actor whose contributions to the music and film industry have left a lasting impact. Known for his prolific songwriting in the 1970s, Williams has penned hits for various artists, including Three Dog Night, Helen Reddy, and the Carpenters. His ability to craft heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies has solidified his place as a revered figure in the world of music.

In addition to his songwriting prowess, Williams has made significant contributions to the world of cinema. He wrote the score and lyrics for the beloved film Bugsy Malone in 1976 and composed the Oscar-nominated song "Rainbow Connection" for The Muppet Movie. His collaboration with Barbra Streisand on the chart-topping song "Evergreen" from A Star Is Born earned him a Grammy for Song of the Year and an Academy Award for Best Original Song, showcasing his versatility and talent as a songwriter.

Williams' talents extend beyond music, as he has also showcased his acting abilities in various high-profile roles. From portraying the affable Little Enos Burdette in Smokey and the Bandit to embodying the villainous Swan in Phantom of the Paradise, Williams has demonstrated his versatility as a performer. His performance in Phantom of the Paradise not only showcased his acting skills but also earned him an Oscar nomination for his co-score of the film.

In addition to his creative pursuits, Williams has taken on leadership roles within the music industry. Since 2009, he has served as the president and chairman of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), advocating for the rights of songwriters and composers. His dedication to supporting fellow artists and preserving the integrity of music has made him a respected figure within the industry.

Throughout his illustrious career, Paul Williams has left an indelible mark on the worlds of music and film. His ability to craft timeless songs and deliver compelling performances has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. As a multi-talented artist, Williams continues to inspire and captivate audiences with his creativity and passion for storytelling through music and acting.

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Baby Driver

The Butcher

2017

After being coerced into working for a crime boss, a young getaway driver finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail.

The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement

Lord Harmony

2004

Mia Thermopolis is now a college graduate and on her way to Genovia to take up her duties as princess. Accompanied by her friend Lilly, Mia continues her 'princess lessons', like riding horses side-saddle and archery. But her already complicated life is turned upside down once again when she learns that she is to take the crown as queen earlier than expected, all while she meets a mysteriously charming young man.

Battle for the Planet of the Apes

Virgil

1973

The fifth and final episode in the Planet of the Apes series. After the collapse of human civilization, a community of intelligent apes led by Caesar lives in harmony with a group of humans. Gorilla General Aldo tries to cause an ape civil war and a community of human mutants who live beneath a destroyed city try to conquer those whom they perceive as enemies. All leading to the finale.

Smokey and the Bandit

Little Enos

1977

A race car driver tries to transport an illegal beer shipment from Texas to Atlanta in under 28 hours, picking up a reluctant bride-to-be on the way.

Valentine's Day

Romeo Midnight (voice)

2010

Intertwining couples and singles in Los Angeles break-up and make-up based on the pressures and expectations of Valentine's Day.

The Doors

Warhol PR

1991

The story of the famous and influential 1960s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.

The Muppet Movie

El Sleazo Pianist

1979

A Hollywood agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there, he meets a bear, a pig, a whatever – his future muppet crew – while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant!

Phantom of the Paradise

Swan

1974

Singer-songwriter Winslow Leach seeks revenge on the nefarious music producer Swan, who steals both Winslow's music and his favorite singer for the grand opening of his new rock palace, the Paradise.

Superman: Red Son

Brainiac (voice)

2020

Set in the thick of the Cold War, Red Son introduces us to a Superman who landed in the USSR during the 1950s and grows up to become a Soviet symbol that fights for the preservation of Stalin’s brand of communism.

Georgia Rule

Mr. Wells

2007

Rebellious, uncontrollable teenager, Rachel is hauled off by her dysfunctional mother to spend the summer with her estranged grandmother, Georgia. Her journey will lead all three women to revelations of buried family secrets and an understanding that - regardless what happens - the ties that bind can never be broken.

The Chase

Seymour

1966

The escape of Bubber Reeves from prison affects the inhabitants of a small Southern town.

The Rules of Attraction

Duty Doctor

2002

The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate.

Produksi

The Happening

Construction Coordinator

2008

When a deadly airborne virus threatens to wipe out the northeastern United States, teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma flee from contaminated cities into the countryside in a fight to discover the truth. Is it terrorism, the accidental release of some toxic military bio weapon -- or something even more sinister?

Bridget Jones's Baby

Dialogue Editor

2016

After breaking up with Mark Darcy five years earlier, Bridget Jones' happily-ever-after hasn't quite gone according to plan. Fortysomething and single again, she decides to focus on her job as top news producer and surround herself with old friends and new. For once, Bridget has everything completely under control. Then her love life takes a turn - while a weekend away at a music festival, she meets a dashing American named Jack, who is everything Mark is not, and spends a night with him. A week later, she runs into newly-separated Mark, and has a one-night dalliance. In an unlikely twist, she finds herself pregnant, but with one hitch - she's not sure of the identity of her baby's father - Mark or Jack.

The Secret of NIMH

Lyricist

1982

A widowed field mouse must move her family -- including an ailing son -- to escape a farmer's plow. Aided by a crow and a pack of superintelligent, escaped lab rats, the brave mother struggles to transplant her home to firmer ground.

The Muppet Movie

Songs

1979

Phantom of the Paradise

Songs

1974

Singer-songwriter Winslow Leach seeks revenge on the nefarious music producer Swan, who steals both Winslow's music and his favorite singer for the grand opening of his new rock palace, the Paradise.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

Songs

1992

A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

A Star Is Born

Songs

1976

Drunken, has-been rock star John Norman Howard falls in love with unknown singer Esther Hoffman after seeing her perform at a club. He lets her sing a few songs at one of his shows and she becomes the talk of the music industry. Esther's star begins to rise, while John's continues to fall. She tries desperately to get John to sober up and focus on his music, but it may be too late to save him.