Justin Theroux
Justin Theroux
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Justin William Theroux was born on August 5, 1971, in Washington, D.C. He is commonly known by his first name, Justin.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: August 5, 1971
Deceased: N/A (still alive)
Nationality and Profession(s)
Justin Theroux is an American actor, screenwriter, director, producer, and comedian. He has worked extensively in film and television throughout his career.
Early Life and Background
Justin was born to Phyllis Theroux and John Theroux. His father was a businessman, and his mother was a writer. Justin grew up with two older sisters, who later became writers themselves. The family moved frequently during Justin's childhood due to his father's business commitments. He spent time in New York City, Washington D.C., and other locations.
Justin attended the State University of New York at Purchase (SUNY Purchase) and graduated with a degree in acting in 1993. He began his career as an actor, initially appearing in small roles on stage and screen.
Major Accomplishments
Justin Theroux has appeared in numerous films throughout his career. Some notable works include:
Married Life (2007): A drama film that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Tropic Thunder (2008): An action comedy film where he played a supporting role.
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013): A biographical comedy-drama film based on the memoir by Jordan Belfort.
Justin made his directorial debut with Piranha 3D in 2010. He co-wrote the screenplay for this horror film, which received mixed reviews from critics.
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to his acting and directing work, Justin Theroux has been involved in various projects as a producer. Some notable examples include:
Wanderlust (2012): A romantic comedy film where he also starred alongside Jennifer Aniston.
Parks and Recreation: He appeared in the recurring role of Dr. Saperstein throughout the show's run.Impact and Legacy
Justin Theroux has contributed to various philanthropic efforts, including:
American Cancer Society: He participated in a charity softball game to raise funds for cancer research.
* St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: Justin visited patients at the hospital as part of their "Thanks and Giving" campaign.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Justin Theroux is widely recognized for his contributions to film, television, and philanthropy. His diverse range of work has made him a household name in the entertainment industry. As an actor, director, writer, and producer, he continues to be involved in various projects that showcase his talents.
Quotes by Justin Theroux
Justin Theroux's insights on:
I can't imagine something worse than scripts being written into a tunnel, thinking, 'I don't know when this ends. I don't know.' It usually ends when people get sick of it, but I think it's great when it gets to end on its own terms.
If you're satirizing something, you're hitting at something that's real and true, and putting it on its head, and we did that with 'Tropic Thunder.'
Even to this day, I read things in real time, you know, I don't - like, as if it's being spoken. I can't skim stuff in ways that I know certain people can. I have to sort of hear it in my head to be able to read it.
I read a lot for me. But I'm not one of those people who gets 'The New York Times' book review and runs out and buys 10 books and is done with them and passing them out to friends, you know, two weeks later.
I had this chronic hyperactivity and an inability to focus, so I was forever being moved to another class, with a much smaller group of children - some of them about 18. If I was asked to read a paragraph, this white wall would go up in my head. Still now, I read very slowly and can rarely work out a tip.
In a weird way, fashion, which is frivolous to the core, shouldn't be taken seriously, but thank God people do: it makes for great people-watching.
I've always found it funny in life when you meet people who are incredibly stupid and incredibly confident at the same time. Actually, there is nothing funnier. I mean, Donald Trump is a perfect example: he's essentially a seven-year-old on a podium.
I love New York street style. Guys and girls in New York know how to dress, and I just think it's super cool, you know.