Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Height | 5 feet 9½ inches (1.77 m) |
Weight | 86 kg (189 lbs) |
Body Type | Large |
Eye Color | Blue |
Hair Color | Red |
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Known For | Boogie Nights |
Full Name | Philip Seymour Hoffman |
Profession | Actor, Director, Producer |
Nationality | American |
Date of Birth | July 23, 1967 |
Date of Death | February 2, 2014 |
Place of Death | West Village, New York, United States |
Cause of Death | Combined drug intoxication |
Birthplace | Fairport, New York, United States |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Philip Seymour Hoffman was an American actor who was born on 23rd July 1967 and died on 2nd February 2014. He was known as an acclaimed director, and producer.
He is still remembered for his supporting and character roles. He worked in many films and played leading roles from the 90s until his death in 2014.
Career
Philip Seymour Hoffman was born and grew up in Fairport, NYC,USA. He started off his career through theatre. Initially, he attended a stage production of Arthur Miller’s ‘All My Sons at age 12’.
Hoffman was a well-known, talented, and most celebrated actor who got trained in acting from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
In 1991, he started his career through the episode of ‘Law & Order’ and later, made an appearance in 1992. He also earned recognition for his supporting work, mainly in ‘Scent of a Woman’, released in 1992.
Philip Hoffman, however, made prolific career by working on innumerable movies. And some of them are most popular, such as; ‘Patch Adams’ in 1998, ‘Happiness’ in 1998, ‘Boogie Nights; in 1997, ‘Twister’ in 1996, and many more that are worth watching.
It’s hard to explain his qualities in just few words as the veteran (late) actor established himself a renowned, iconic character in the Hollywood industry. We can see his excellent acting prowess in his remarkable performances.
The award-winning star is now an inspiration to many aspiring and emerging stars.
Achievements
Throughout his career life, Hoffman was honored with various awards. Also, he won several nominations including three Oscar nominations for his supporting work as a brutally frank CIA officer in ‘War’ in 2007, directed by Charlie Wilson.
Philip Seymour Hoffman Education
Qualification | New York University Tisch School of the Arts |
School | Fairport High School New York State Summer School of the Arts |
College | Royal College of Psychiatrists |
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Philip Seymour Hoffman Career
Profession: Actor, Director, Producer
Known For: Boogie Nights
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Net Worth: USD $35 million Approx
Family & Relatives
Father: Gordon S. Hoffman
Mother: Marilyn O'Connor
Brother(s): Gordy Hoffman
Sister(s): Emily Hoffman, Jill Hoffman
Marital Status: Single
Children: 3
Son(s): Cooper Alexander Hoffman
Daughter(s): Tallulah Hoffman, Willa Hoffman
Dating History:
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Philip Seymour Hoffman Favorites
Hobbies: Loved watching TV and baseball
Favorite Actor: Paul Newman, Christopher Walken and Daniel Day-Lewis
Favorite Actress: Meryl Streep
Favorite TV Show: Breaking Bad
Favorite Movies: Goodfellas