Paul Rudd

Cast · Writer

Born

April 6, 1969 · Passaic, New Jersey, USA

Birth name

Paul Stephen Rudd

“Why would anyone be an actor if he or she weren't insecure? That's why anybody pursues this kind of work.” American actor, producer, and screenwriter, known for his sense of humor, versatility, and ability to play a wide range of characters in film, television, and theater. Rudd rose to fame in the 1990s with his role in the sitcom “Clueless” (1995). His comedy skills were cemented with roles in “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” (2004), “Role Models” (2008), and “This Is 40” (2012). One of his most prominent roles is that of Scott Lang, also known as Ant-Man, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has played this character in the titles “Ant-Man” (2015), “Ant-Man and the Wasp” (2018), and “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania” (2023), among others. Rudd has also had important roles on television, such as his portrayal of Mike Hannigan in the last two seasons of the acclaimed sitcom “Friends” (2002-2004). In addition, he appeared in series such as “Parks and Recreation” and “The Shrink Next Door”. He participated in several theatrical productions, including Broadway plays such as “Grace” and “Romeo and Juliet”. In addition to acting, Rudd serves as a producer and has been involved in several film and television projects.