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Eric Stoltz

Eric Stoltz is an American actor, director, and producer best known for his role as Rocky Dennis in the biographical drama film *Mask* (1985). His performance earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture. Stoltz has had a prolific career in film and television, showcasing his versatility in various roles both in front of and behind the camera.

September 30, 1961: Eric Stoltz Born

On September 30, 1961, Eric Cameron Stoltz was born. He later became an American actor, director, and producer.

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1978: Cast in The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank

In 1978, Eric Stoltz was cast as Steve Benson in the television adaptation of Erma Bombeck's The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank.

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1979: Returned to the U.S. and entered USC

In 1979, Eric Stoltz returned to the United States and entered the University of Southern California (USC) as a drama student.

1981: Moved to New York to Study Acting

In 1981, Eric Stoltz moved to New York City and studied acting with Stella Adler and Peggy Feury.

1982: Appeared in Fast Times at Ridgemont High

In 1982, Eric Stoltz appeared in his first feature film, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, written by Cameron Crowe. This marked the beginning of their friendship and future collaborations.

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1984: Cast in The Wild Life

In 1984, Eric Stoltz appeared in the movie The Wild Life, written by Cameron Crowe.

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1985: Starred in Mask

In 1985, Eric Stoltz played Rocky Dennis in the biographical drama film Mask. This role earned him a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture.

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1985: Golden Globe Nomination for Mask

In 1985, Eric Stoltz received a Golden Globe nomination for his starring performance as Rocky Dennis in the film Mask.

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1987: Appeared in Some Kind of Wonderful

In 1987, Eric Stoltz appeared in the film Some Kind of Wonderful, which was written and produced by John Hughes.

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1989: Starred in The Fly II

In 1989, Eric Stoltz starred as the lead character in the sequel The Fly II, which grossed approximately $38.9 million worldwide.

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1989: Cast in Say Anything...

In 1989, Eric Stoltz was cast in the movie Say Anything..., written by Cameron Crowe.

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1989: Tony Award Nomination

In 1989, Eric Stoltz was nominated for a Tony Award as Featured Actor for his performance as George Gibbs in the Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder's Our Town.

1989: Great Performances: Live from Lincoln Center

In 1989, a performance of the Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder's Our Town, featuring Eric Stoltz, was featured on Great Performances: Live from Lincoln Center, which received an Emmy nomination.

1990: Began dating Bridget Fonda

In 1990, Eric Stoltz began dating Bridget Fonda. The relationship ended after eight years.

1992: Appeared in The Waterdance

In 1992, Eric Stoltz appeared in the film The Waterdance.

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1992: Cast in Singles

In 1992, Eric Stoltz was cast in the movie Singles, written by Cameron Crowe.

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1993: Produced Bodies, Rest & Motion

In 1993, Eric Stoltz produced the film Bodies, Rest & Motion.

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1994: Appeared in Pulp Fiction

In 1994, Eric Stoltz appeared in the film Pulp Fiction.

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1994: Recurring Role on Mad About You and Chicago Hope

In 1994, Eric Stoltz had a recurring role as Helen Hunt's character's ex-boyfriend on Mad About You and spent a year on Chicago Hope.

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1996: Acted in Inside

In 1996, Eric Stoltz acted in Inside, directed by Arthur Penn.

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1996: Appeared in Grace of My Heart

In 1996, Eric Stoltz appeared in the film Grace of My Heart.

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1996: Cast in Jerry Maguire

In 1996, Eric Stoltz was cast in the movie Jerry Maguire, written by Cameron Crowe.

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1997: Appeared in Anaconda

In 1997, Eric Stoltz appeared in the film Anaconda.

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1998: Indie Supporter Award

In 1998, Eric Stoltz received the Indie Supporter Award at the Los Angeles Film Festival.

1999: Acted in The Passion of Ayn Rand

In 1999, Eric Stoltz acted in The Passion of Ayn Rand, with Helen Mirren.

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2000: Starred in The House of Mirth

In 2000, Eric Stoltz starred with Gillian Anderson in The House of Mirth, based on the novel by Edith Wharton.

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2001: Recurring Role in Once and Again

From 2001, Eric Stoltz had a recurring role as August Dimitri in ABC's Once and Again.

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2001: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 2001, Eric Stoltz was nominated for a Daytime Emmy for his direction of the cable movie My Horrible Year!.

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2002: Directed Once and Again

In 2002, Eric Stoltz directed an episode of the television show Once and Again.

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2003: Leading Role in Out of Order and Otto in When Zachary Beaver Came to Town

In 2003, Eric Stoltz played his first leading TV role in Out of Order, which was canceled after five episodes, and also played Otto in When Zachary Beaver Came to Town.

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2004: Appeared in The Butterfly Effect

In 2004, Eric Stoltz appeared in The Butterfly Effect as a child molester.

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2005: Guest-starred in Will & Grace and Directed Law & Order

In 2005, Eric Stoltz guest-starred in the NBC sitcom Will & Grace and directed the highest-rated episode of Law & Order, entitled "Tombstone".

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2005: Married Bernadette Moley

In 2005, Eric Stoltz married Bernadette Moley, a singer. They have one child, a daughter.

2007: Directed Quarterlife

Starting in 2007, Eric Stoltz directed episodes of the drama series Quarterlife, which began airing as webisodes.

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2008: Quarterlife on NBC

In 2008, the drama series Quarterlife, which Eric Stoltz directed episodes of, was picked up to air on NBC.

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2010: Starred in Caprica and Glee

In 2010, Eric Stoltz portrayed Daniel Graystone in the science fiction television series Caprica and began directing episodes of the television series Glee.

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2011: Played leading role in Fort McCoy

In 2011, Eric Stoltz played the leading role in the film Fort McCoy as a barber of German heritage.

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2014: Producing director of Madam Secretary

Starting in 2014, Eric Stoltz became the producing director of the CBS political drama series Madam Secretary.

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