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Eric Roberts

American actor (born 1956)

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Eric Roberts is an American actor born in 1956 who has appeared in numerous films and television productions throughout his career. He is a working actor in the entertainment industry known for taking on diverse roles across different types of projects.

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Born: 1956-04-18
Works: 59

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Eric Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. His career began with a well-received performance in King of the Gypsies (1978), for which he earned his first Golden Globe Award nomination. His second Golden Globe nomination came for his portrayal of Paul Snider in Star 80 (1983), followed by Globe and Academy Award nominations for his supporting role in Runaway Train (1985). In a career…

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Eric Anthony Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. He has amassed more than 700 credits and is one of the most prolific English-speaking screen actors, acting in 74 films in 2017 alone.

Roberts's career began with a leading role in King of the Gypsies (1978) for which he received his first Golden Globe Award nomination. He also received a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Paul Snider in Bob Fosse's Star 80 (1983). Roberts's performance in Runaway Train (1985), as prison escapee Buck McGeehy, earned him a third Golden Globe nod and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.