How old is William H. Macy?

William H. Macy is 76 years old. He was born on March 13, 1950.

Who is William H. Macy’s wife?

William H. Macy has been married to Felicity Huffman since 1997. They have two children.

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William H. Macy

Actor, screenwriter and director, Oscar-nominated for Fargo

BornMarch 13, 1950
Known forFargo

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76 years old¹
William H. Macy is 76 years old. He was born on March 13, 1950.
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Who is William H. Macy’s wife?
Felicity Huffman¹
William H. Macy has been married to Felicity Huffman since 1997. They have two children.

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Introduction

William H. Macy (born March 13, 1950) is an American actor, screenwriter, and director. Known for his versatility and ability to portray complex, often flawed characters, Macy has had a prolific career spanning several decades across film, television, and theater. He is particularly recognized for his work in independent films and for his collaboration with director David Mamet.

Key Achievements & Recognition

Academy Award Nomination: Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Jerry Lundegaard in Fargo (1996).
Emmy Awards: Won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for Door to Door (2002); Won Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special for Door to Door (2002).
Screen Actors Guild Awards: Won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie for Door to Door (2002); Won Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for ER (1997).
Career Versatility: Macy is highly regarded for his ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles.
Founding Member of The Atlantic Theater Company: Co-founder of the prestigious Atlantic Theater Company in New York City.

Selected Filmography (Notable Roles)

Film:Fargo (1996), Boogie Nights (1997), Magnolia (1999), Pleasantville (1998), Mystery Men (1999), Jurassic Park III (2001), Seabiscuit (2003), Cellular (2004), Thank You for Smoking (2005), Wild Hogs (2007), Room (2015).
Television:ER (1994–1998, 2007), Door to Door (2002), Shameless (2011–2021), The Dropout (2022).