Tim Blake Nelson


Full Name and Common Aliases

Tim Blake Nelson is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, often credited as Tim Blake Nelson.

Birth and Death Dates


Born on November 11, 1964, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Still active in the entertainment industry, there is no available information regarding his passing.

Nationality and Profession(s)


American by nationality, Tim Blake Nelson is a multifaceted artist, known for his work as an actor, director, and screenwriter.

Early Life and Background


Nelson was born to parents Jerry D. Nelson and Sylvia Jean (née Blakeslee). He has stated that he grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Little information is available about his childhood and family life. However, it is known that he developed an interest in the arts from a young age.

Major Accomplishments


Tim Blake Nelson's breakthrough role came when he played Delmar O'Donnell alongside Tom Hanks in the 1994 film _The Shawshank Redemption_. He has since appeared in numerous films and television shows, including _O Brother, Where Art Thou?_, _Wonder Boys_, and _The Incredible Hulk_. In addition to his acting work, Nelson made his directorial debut with the 2006 film _Eye of God_.

Notable Works or Actions


Some of Tim Blake Nelson's most notable works include:
Delmar O'Donnell in The Shawshank Redemption (1994): A critically acclaimed drama where he played a key role alongside Tom Hanks.
Lonnie Donnegan in O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000): A crime comedy-drama film set in the 1930s American South.
Herschel Zander Yager in Wonder Boys (2000): A drama film about a group of college professors struggling with their personal and professional lives.
Samuel Stern in The Incredible Hulk (2008): A superhero film that rebooted the Hulk franchise.

Impact and Legacy


Tim Blake Nelson's versatility as an actor, director, and screenwriter has contributed to his lasting impact on the entertainment industry. He continues to be involved in various projects, including television shows and films, demonstrating his dedication to his craft.

Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered


Nelson is widely quoted or remembered for his unique performances in a wide range of films and TV shows. His ability to adapt to different genres has made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, with fans appreciating his commitment to bringing characters to life on screen.

Quotes by Tim Blake Nelson

Drama and comedy, to me, are all about being surprising, coherent, and true, all at once.
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Drama and comedy, to me, are all about being surprising, coherent, and true, all at once.
When I'm in a movie, what I always do, instead of sitting in a trailer or watching a DVD, is I go on the set and watch the director work and the actors work, and sometimes I'll hang out with B camera and watch what they're up to and ask questions because there's so much to learn about the medium.
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When I'm in a movie, what I always do, instead of sitting in a trailer or watching a DVD, is I go on the set and watch the director work and the actors work, and sometimes I'll hang out with B camera and watch what they're up to and ask questions because there's so much to learn about the medium.
I am not a natural singer, but I can sing, and probably the way I sing is more imitative than from myself, which is why I am never going to be an amazing recording artist.
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I am not a natural singer, but I can sing, and probably the way I sing is more imitative than from myself, which is why I am never going to be an amazing recording artist.
I tried to film 'Leaves of Grass' in Oklahoma, but it was literally about a million dollars less to shoot in Louisiana.
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I tried to film 'Leaves of Grass' in Oklahoma, but it was literally about a million dollars less to shoot in Louisiana.
I love writing about Oklahoma. I love writing Oklahoma characters; I love playing Southwestern characters.
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I love writing about Oklahoma. I love writing Oklahoma characters; I love playing Southwestern characters.
I frankly encountered more anti-Semitism in the northeast than I did in Oklahoma, but not much either place. Anti-Semitism is not part of my life.
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I frankly encountered more anti-Semitism in the northeast than I did in Oklahoma, but not much either place. Anti-Semitism is not part of my life.
I think we all live dichotomies. I'm a father of three boys and a loyal homebody sort of husband and father. And yet I act in movies and write and direct movies.
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I think we all live dichotomies. I'm a father of three boys and a loyal homebody sort of husband and father. And yet I act in movies and write and direct movies.
Drama and comedy, to me ,are all about being surprising, coherent, and true, all at once.
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Drama and comedy, to me ,are all about being surprising, coherent, and true, all at once.
I've done about every kind of fishing you can imagine, but I've never noodled. And the reason I've never noodled is because I don't want to get bit by a water moccasin. I'm just too afraid of snakes.
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I've done about every kind of fishing you can imagine, but I've never noodled. And the reason I've never noodled is because I don't want to get bit by a water moccasin. I'm just too afraid of snakes.
Really, life is full of contradictions. Life is messy.
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Really, life is full of contradictions. Life is messy.
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