History of Billy Crudup in Timeline

Billy Crudup is an American actor known for his diverse roles in both independent and mainstream films. He gained early recognition with a nomination for his performance in 'Jesus' Son' (1999). He subsequently appeared in acclaimed movies like 'Almost Famous' (2000) and 'Big Fish' (2003), demonstrating his range. Crudup has also taken on roles in blockbuster productions, including 'Mission: Impossible III' (2006), 'Watchmen' (2009), and 'Alien: Covenant' (2017), cementing his status as a versatile and sought-after performer in Hollywood.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

July 8, 1968: Billy Crudup's Birth

On July 8, 1968, William Gaither Crudup, known as Billy Crudup, was born. He is an American actor known for both lead and supporting roles in high-profile films.

1986: Graduation from High School

In 1986, Billy Crudup graduated from Saint Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

1994: Master of Fine Arts Degree

In 1994, Billy Crudup earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts graduate acting program.

1996: Relationship with Mary-Louise Parker

In 1996, Billy Crudup began a relationship with actress Mary-Louise Parker.

1996: Acting in Sleepers

In 1996, Billy Crudup began acting in films, including Sleepers.

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1997: Acting in Inventing the Abbotts

In 1997, Billy Crudup continued his acting career with a role in Inventing the Abbotts.

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1998: Narrator for Mastercard Ads

In 1998, Billy Crudup began as the narrator for the U.S. television ad campaign Priceless for Mastercard.

1998: Acting in Without Limits

In 1998, Billy Crudup played the role of Steve Prefontaine in the film Without Limits.

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1999: Voice Acting in Princess Mononoke

In 1999, Billy Crudup had his first role in an animated feature, voicing Ashitaka in the English release of Princess Mononoke.

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1999: Nomination for Jesus' Son

In 1999, Billy Crudup received a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead due to his performance in the film Jesus' Son.

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2000: Acting in Almost Famous

In 2000, Billy Crudup played lead guitarist Russell Hammond in Almost Famous.

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2002: Tony Award Nomination for The Elephant Man

In 2002, Billy Crudup received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play for his performance in The Elephant Man on Broadway.

November 2003: End of Relationship with Mary-Louise Parker

In November 2003, Billy Crudup ended his relationship with Mary-Louise Parker, who was seven months pregnant at the time.

2003: Starring in Big Fish

In 2003, Billy Crudup starred in the film Big Fish, adding to his list of high-profile roles.

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January 2004: Birth of William Atticus Parker

In January 2004, William Atticus Parker, the son of Billy Crudup and Mary-Louise Parker, was born.

September 18, 2005: The Pillowman Closed on Broadway

On September 18, 2005, The Pillowman, starring Billy Crudup, closed on Broadway. He was nominated for a Tony Award for his role as Katurian in the play.

2005: Comments on Mastercard Ads

In 2005, Billy Crudup stated that appearing in the Priceless ads for Mastercard "changed my life", providing financial freedom to pursue his desired acting work.

2005: Death of Billy Crudup's Father

In 2005, Billy Crudup's father passed away. Crudup described him as an "incessant gambler and hustler salesman."

October 2006: Featured in The Coast of Utopia

In October 2006, Billy Crudup was featured in the first part of The Coast of Utopia by Tom Stoppard at Lincoln Center, playing Vissarion Belinsky.

2006: Separation from Claire Danes

In 2006, Billy Crudup and Claire Danes separated.

2006: Acting in The Good Shepherd and Mission: Impossible III

In 2006, Billy Crudup played roles in both The Good Shepherd as Arch Cummings, and in Mission: Impossible III.

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2006: Starring in Mission: Impossible III

In 2006, Billy Crudup starred in Mission: Impossible III, a high-profile film where he took on a role.

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May 2007: Featured in The Coast of Utopia

In May 2007, Billy Crudup was featured in the second part of The Coast of Utopia by Tom Stoppard at Lincoln Center, playing literary critic Vissarion Belinsky.

2007: Acting in Dedication

In 2007, Billy Crudup played the leading role of Henry Roth in the film Dedication.

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2007: Tony Award for The Coast of Utopia

In 2007, Billy Crudup won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performance in Tom Stoppard's The Coast of Utopia.

2008: Filming Watchmen

In 2008, Billy Crudup completed filming Watchmen, where he portrayed the superhero Doctor Manhattan.

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2009: Appearance in The Ballad of G.I. Joe

In 2009, Billy Crudup appeared as Zartan in the parody video The Ballad of G.I. Joe on Funny or Die.

2009: Starring in Watchmen and Public Enemies

In 2009, Billy Crudup starred in two high-profile films: Watchmen and Public Enemies, continuing his career in major roles.

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2010: Starring in The Metal Children

In 2010, Billy Crudup starred in The Metal Children, an off-Broadway play written and directed by Adam Rapp.

2011: Portrayal of Timothy Geithner in Too Big to Fail

In 2011, Billy Crudup portrayed Timothy Geithner in the TV film Too Big to Fail.

2011: Tony Award Nomination for Arcadia

In 2011, Billy Crudup received a Tony Award nomination for Featured Actor in a Play for his role in the Broadway revival of Arcadia.

August 2013: Co-starring in No Man's Land and Waiting for Godot

In August 2013, Billy Crudup co-starred with Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart in No Man's Land and Waiting for Godot at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre.

March 2014: Shows transferred to The Cort Theatre

In March 2014, the shows No Man's Land and Waiting for Godot, in which Billy Crudup co-starred, concluded their run at The Cort Theatre in New York City after transferring from the Berkeley Repertory Theatre.