History of Tony Hale in Timeline
Tony Hale is an American actor and comedian celebrated for his comedic roles. He gained widespread recognition as Buster Bluth in the series *Arrested Development*. Further solidifying his comedic talent, Hale starred as Gary Walsh in the HBO series *Veep*. His performance in *Veep* earned him two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, in 2013 and 2015.
September 30, 1970: Born in West Point, New York
On September 30, 1970, Tony Hale was born in West Point, New York.
September 30, 1970: Tony Hale Born
On September 30, 1970, Tony Hale was born. He is an American actor and comedian.
1988: Graduated from Leon High School
In 1988, Tony Hale graduated from Leon High School in Tallahassee, Florida.
1992: Graduated from Samford University
In 1992, Tony Hale graduated from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama, with a journalism degree and became a member of Sigma Chi.
1995: Completed Graduate Studies at Regent University
In 1995, Tony Hale completed graduate studies from the School of Communication and the Arts of Regent University in Virginia.
May 24, 2003: Married Martel Thompson
On May 24, 2003, Tony Hale married Emmy Award–winning makeup artist Martel Thompson.
2003: Success in Arrested Development
From 2003 to 2006, and later in 2013, 2018 and 2019, Tony Hale found success in television cast as Buster Bluth in Arrested Development.
February 2006: Birth of Daughter
In February 2006, Tony Hale and Martel Thompson had a daughter.
March 2006: Cast in Andy Barker, P.I.
In March 2006, Tony Hale was cast in a co-starring role as video store owner Simon in the NBC sitcom Andy Barker, P.I.
2007: Appeared in Because I Said So
In 2007, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Because I Said So.
October 2008: Recurring Role on Chuck
Beginning in October 2008, Tony Hale had a recurring role as Emmett on Chuck.
2008: Voice-work for The Tale of Despereaux
In 2008, Tony Hale provided voice-work for The Tale of Despereaux.
July 13, 2009: Premiere of Ctrl
On July 13, 2009, Tony Hale's starring role on the NBC web series Ctrl premiered.
2009: Appeared in The Informant!
In 2009, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film The Informant!.
January 2010: Departure from Chuck
In January 2010, Tony Hale's departure from Chuck made room for his starring role on the NBC web series Ctrl.
2010: Appeared in In My Sleep
In 2010, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film In My Sleep.
2012: Starred in Not That Funny and Guest Starred on Law & Order: SVU
In 2012, Tony Hale starred in the drama comedy Not That Funny and guest-starred on NBC's Law & Order: SVU as Rick Simms.
September 22, 2013: Won Primetime Emmy Award for Veep
On September 22, 2013, Tony Hale won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his work in Veep.
2013: Success in Arrested Development
From 2003 to 2006, and later in 2013, 2018 and 2019, Tony Hale found success in television cast as Buster Bluth in Arrested Development.
2013: Won Primetime Emmy Award
In 2013, Tony Hale won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as Gary Walsh on the HBO series Veep.
2014: Nominated for a Primetime Emmy
In 2014, Tony Hale earned his second nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award, but did not win.
2015: Appeared in Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip
In 2015, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip.
2015: Won Second Primetime Emmy Award
In 2015, Tony Hale won his second Primetime Emmy Award. Also, in the same ceremony, Veep won its first Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series.
2016: Voice-work for The Angry Birds Movie
In 2016, Tony Hale provided voice-work for The Angry Birds Movie.
2017: Hosted the 9th Annual Shorty Awards
In 2017, Tony Hale hosted the 9th Annual Shorty Awards at the PlayStation Theater in New York City.
2018: Success in Arrested Development
From 2003 to 2006, and later in 2013, 2018 and 2019, Tony Hale found success in television cast as Buster Bluth in Arrested Development.
2018: Played Jerome Squalor in A Series of Unfortunate Events
In 2018, Tony Hale played the role of Jerome Squalor on the second season of the Netflix comedy drama series A Series of Unfortunate Events.
2019: Success in Arrested Development
From 2003 to 2006, and later in 2013, 2018 and 2019, Tony Hale found success in television cast as Buster Bluth in Arrested Development.
2019: Voice-work in The Angry Birds Movie 2 and Toy Story 4
In 2019, Tony Hale provided voice-work for The Angry Birds Movie 2 and voiced Forky in Toy Story 4 and Forky Asks a Question.
2021: Appeared in Clifford the Big Red Dog
In 2021, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Clifford the Big Red Dog.
2022: Appeared in Hocus Pocus 2
In 2022, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Hocus Pocus 2.
2023: Appeared in Quiz Lady
In 2023, Tony Hale appeared in the film Quiz Lady.
2024: Voice of Fear in Inside Out 2
In 2024, Tony Hale provided the voice for Fear in Inside Out 2, replacing Bill Hader.
Mentioned in this timeline
Home Box Office HBO is an American pay television service...
PlayStation is a video game brand owned by Sony Interactive...
The National Broadcasting Company NBC is a major American commercial...
Florida located in the southeastern United States is a peninsula...
Virginia a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of...
Alabama is a state located in the Southeastern and Deep...
Trending
10 months ago Tony Hale's 'Sketch' Explores Wild Childhood Emotions: A 2025 Film Review
11 months ago Copper Market Faces Upheaval: Tariffs and Trade Shifts Impact Chile and Global Markets
7 months ago Florence and the Machine Covers Lady Gaga's 'Abracadabra' in Spooky SiriusXM Performance.
2 months ago French Police Foil Bomb Attack Near Bank of America in Paris: Suspects Detained
11 days ago Shelton: Missing boy found safe, Amber Alert canceled, father arrested after search.
1 month ago John Deere's Model A and B: Triumph Over the Great Depression and Legacy.
Popular
Ken Paxton is an American politician and lawyer serving as...
Graham Cunningham Platner is an American oyster farmer and Marine...
Michael Joseph Jackson the King of Pop was a highly...
William Franklin Graham III known as Franklin Graham is an...
Blackpink is a South Korean girl group formed by YG...
E Jean Carroll is an American journalist author and advice...