Matthew Lillard: Movies & Box Office

Matthew Lyn Lillard is an esteemed American actor, known for his significant film work and remarkable contributions to the field of animation. Born on January 24, 1970, the versatile actor has made a solid mark in the industry. His performances span a wide range of genres including comedy, drama, and horror, with several noteworthy roles that are still loved by audiences worldwide. His work includes roles such as Chip Sutphin in 'Serial Mom', Emmanuel 'Cereal Killer' Goldstein in 'Hackers', Stu Macher in 'Scream', and Brock Hudson in 'She's All That'. However, Lillard is particularly renowned for bringing to life the character of Shaggy Rogers in the 'Scooby-Doo' franchise, taking over the animated role after the retirement of voice actor Casey Kasem in 2009. He's also recognized for his role as William Afton in 'Five Nights at Freddy's', which catapulted him into his 'Renaissance era', gaining him the title of a 'scream king' in the genre.

Lillard was born in Lansing, Michigan and matured both personally and professionally in Tustin, California. He attended the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts and embarked on his career journey on SK8-TV. His ability to seamlessly blend comedy and drama has been evident in performances such as 'The Descendants', 'Trouble with the Curve', and the TV series 'Good Girls'. Lillard also ventured into directing with the drama 'Fat Kid Rules the World'. Beyond acting, he co-founded companies Beadle and Grimms and Find Familiar Spirits, and remains an active participant in the world of Dungeons and Dragons.