Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his unique blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as
Thereโs Something About Mary (1998),
Zoolander (2001), and
Tropic Thunder (2008). Stiller is also known for franchise films such as the
Meet the Parents films (2000โ2010), the
Madagascar franchise (2005โ2012), and the first three
Night at the Museum films (2006โ2014). His films have grossed more than $2.6 billion in Canada and the United States, with an average of $79 million per film. His awards and honors include an Emmy Award, a Directors Guild of America Award, a Britannia Award and a Teen Choice Award.