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Tony Hale

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.

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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.

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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.

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2007: Appeared in Because I Said So

In 2007, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Because I Said So.

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October 2008: Recurring Role on Chuck

Beginning in October 2008, Tony Hale had a recurring role as Emmett on Chuck.

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2008: Voice-work for The Tale of Despereaux

In 2008, Tony Hale provided voice-work for The Tale of Despereaux.

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July 13, 2009: Premiere of Ctrl

On July 13, 2009, Tony Hale's starring role on the NBC web series Ctrl premiered.

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2009: Appeared in The Informant!

In 2009, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film The Informant!.

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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.

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2010: Appeared in In My Sleep

In 2010, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film In My Sleep.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2013: Appeared in The Heat

In 2013, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film The Heat.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2016: Voice-work for The Angry Birds Movie

In 2016, Tony Hale provided voice-work for The Angry Birds Movie.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2021: Appeared in Clifford the Big Red Dog

In 2021, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Clifford the Big Red Dog.

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2022: Appeared in Hocus Pocus 2

In 2022, Tony Hale appeared in the feature film Hocus Pocus 2.

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2023: Appeared in Quiz Lady

In 2023, Tony Hale appeared in the film Quiz Lady.

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2024: Voice of Fear in Inside Out 2

In 2024, Tony Hale provided the voice for Fear in Inside Out 2, replacing Bill Hader.

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