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).

Directorial Work (Selected)

• Rudderless (2014)
• The Layover (2017)
• Krystal (2017)
• Shameless (various episodes)

Personal Life

Married to actress Felicity Huffman since 1997. They have two daughters.

Relevant Links

• William H. Macy on IMDb
• William H. Macy on Wikipedia