Childhood and Education Journey of Hank Azaria in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 16, 2025

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Hank Azaria. A timeline of key moments.

Hank Azaria is an American actor and comedian, primarily known for his extensive voice work on the animated sitcom *The Simpsons* since 1989. He voices numerous iconic characters, including Moe Szyslak, Chief Wiggum, and Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. Azaria became a regular cast member during the show's second season and has received four Primetime Emmy Awards for his contributions to the series. He initially had limited voice acting experience but has since become a prominent figure in the industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1943: Warsaw Ghetto Uprising

In 1943, the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising took place, which later inspired the 2001 film "Uprising" starring Hank Azaria.

1990: Actors Met in 1990

In 1990, Hank Azaria and Craig Bierko met at a party and started using a baseball announcer voice, before the 2012 lawsuit.

1994: Began relationship with Helen Hunt

In 1994, Hank Azaria began a relationship with actress Helen Hunt.

July 17, 1999: Married Helen Hunt

On July 17, 1999, Hank Azaria married actress Helen Hunt in a traditional Jewish ceremony at their home in Southern California. They had previously appeared together in Mad About You and the Simpsons episode "Dumbbell Indemnity".

December 18, 2000: Divorce From Helen Hunt Finalized

On December 18, 2000, Hank Azaria's divorce from actress Helen Hunt was finalized, citing irreconcilable differences, after a year of marriage and a six-month separation.

2005: Bought Co-op Loft from Cindy Sherman

In 2005, Hank Azaria bought the fifth-floor co-op loft on Mercer Street in Manhattan's Soho neighborhood from photographer Cindy Sherman.

2006: Became Sober

Around 2006, Hank Azaria became sober, crediting his longtime friend Matthew Perry for encouraging him to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

2007: Married Katie Wright

In 2007, Hank Azaria began dating former actress Katie Wright and married her later that year.

2009: Birth of Son Hal

In 2009, Hank Azaria and Katie Wright had a son named Hal.

2010: Competed in the World Series of Poker

In 2010, Hank Azaria competed in the main event of the World Series of Poker, finishing a few places short of the bubble.

2011: Bought House from Dan Castellaneta

In 2011, Hank Azaria bought a four-bedroom house in Pacific Palisades from his Simpsons co-star Dan Castellaneta.

2013: Rented Home in Manhattan

In 2013, Hank Azaria and his family began renting a home on 80th Street in Manhattan, with plans to decide on a permanent residence within two years. He also sold his co-op loft on Mercer Street in Manhattan's Soho neighborhood, which he had purchased from photographer Cindy Sherman in 2005.