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George Segal
George Segal Jr. (February 13, 1934 – March 23, 2021) was an American actor known for his versatility with both dramatic and comedic roles in the 1960s and 1970s. Born and raised in New York City as one of four children, Segal gained prominence for roles in films such as Ship of Fools (1965) and King Rat (1965), earning his reputation in the classic drama Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966). Segal was one of the first American film actors to rise to leading man status with an unchanged Jewish surname, influencing other major actors of his time. Throughout his career, he worked on notable films spanning multiple genres, affirming his reputation as a versatile actor. \n His later career had him assumed supporting roles in films like Carbon Copy (1981), Stick (1985), Look Who's Talking (1989), and Love & Other Drugs (2010). He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and won two Golden Globe Awards. Additionally, he is known for his roles in television sitcoms, particularly playing Jack Gallo on Just Shoot Me! (1997–2003) and Pops Solomon on The Goldbergs (2013–2021). Beyond acting, Segal was an accomplished banjo player, released three albums, and performed with the instrument in several of his acting roles and on late-night television.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: George Segal Jr.
Born: New York City, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: February 13, 1934
Occupations: Actor, Musician
Years Active: 1955-2021
Children: 2
Spouses: Marion Sobel, Linda Rogoff, Sonia Schultz Greenbaum
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Awards and Nominations Received by George Segal
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Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor)
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?Movies Featuring George Segal
Born to Win
California Split
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
The Cable Guy
Look Who's Talking Now
The Terminal Man
The Hot Rock
Heroes and Demons
Ollie Klublershturf vs. the Nazis
And the Oscar Goes To…
Pablo
Love & Other Drugs
The Goldbergs: An ’80s Rewind
The Electric Piper
Dinotopia: Quest for the Ruby Sunstone
Fielder’s Choice
Three Days to Vegas
My Wife Is Retarded
Time of Darkness
For the Boys
The Last Married Couple in America
Night of 100 Stars
The Deadly Game
Me, Myself and I
Carbon Copy
The Cold Room
Live Aid
The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood
Not My Kid
All’s Fair
The Endless Game
Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind
Billy & Mandy’s Big Boogey Adventure
Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer
Stick
Billy & Mandy’s Big Boogey Adventure
Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer
Russian Roulette
Act One
The Duchess and the Dirtwater Fox
A Touch of Class
No Way to Treat a Lady
Stick
Lost Command
The Quiller Memorandum
The Black Bird
Direct Hit
Invitation to a Gunfighter
Lost and Found
The New Interns
Deep Down
Up Your Legs Forever
The Feminine Touch
Joshua Tree
Rollercoaster
The Owl and the Pussycat
Death of a Salesman
Houdini
Who Is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe?
Loving
The Young Doctors
Fun with Dick and Jane
Taking the Heat
The Bridge at Remagen
Blume in Love
Ship of Fools
Seasons of the Heart
Where’s Poppa?
The Southern Star
The Mirror Has Two Faces
King Rat
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
Unstrap Me
Career Timeline
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2007
Three Days to Vegas
Dominic Spinuzzi
My Wife Is Retarded
Julie's Father
Billy & Mandy’s Big Boogey Adventure
Horror (voice)
Billy & Mandy’s Big Boogey Adventure
Horror (voice)
1983
Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer
John Grafton
Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer
John Grafton
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