How Ben Stiller built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Ben Stiller is a prominent American actor, comedian, and filmmaker recognized for his comedic performances, particularly in films like There's Something About Mary, Zoolander, and Tropic Thunder. He has also starred in successful franchises, including Meet the Parents, Madagascar, and Night at the Museum. Stiller's films have grossed over $2.6 billion domestically, averaging $79 million per film. His accolades include an Emmy Award and a Directors Guild of America Award, among others.
In 1987, Ben Stiller conceived the premise for the movie Tropic Thunder while filming Empire of the Sun.
The movie Happy Gilmore, in which Ben Stiller appeared, was released in 1996.
In 2001, Ben Stiller appeared as a celebrity contestant on the game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. He won $32,000 for Project ALS.
In 2008, Ben Stiller directed, co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in the film Tropic Thunder alongside Robert Downey Jr. and Jack Black.
In 2009, Ben Stiller starred alongside Amy Adams in Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian, which is a sequel to Night at the Museum.
In 2010, Ben Stiller made a cameo in Joaquin Phoenix's mockumentary I'm Still Here and played the lead role in the comedy-drama Greenberg. He also portrayed Greg Focker in Little Fockers.
In 2011, Ben Stiller starred alongside Eddie Murphy and Alan Alda in Tower Heist, a movie about maintenance workers planning a heist in a skyscraper.
In 2013, Ben Stiller produced, directed, and starred in the movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, which was released that year.
On July 2, 2018, Ben Stiller was appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR.
In 2018, Ben Stiller played Michael Cohen on Saturday Night Live for 6 episodes.
In 2019, Ben Stiller continued to play Michael Cohen on Saturday Night Live for 6 episodes.
In June 2022, Ben Stiller visited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, Ukraine and expressed his admiration for him. He also visited other cities to bring attention to humanitarian needs. Russia sanctioned Ben Stiller over his Ukraine support.
In December 2024, Ben Stiller was featured in a music video trailer for singer SZA's new album Lana, singing her song Drive.
In 2024, Ben Stiller made his acting comeback after seven years with the holiday films Nutcrackers and Dear Santa, the latter also featuring Jack Black and having him in an uncredited role. While promoting the films Stiller appeared on the popular interview show Hot Ones.
Ben Stiller is set to reprise his role as Hal L. in Happy Gilmore 2 on July 25, 2025, a sequel to Happy Gilmore (1996).
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