Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
Birthplace
Long Beach, Long Island, New York, USA
Height
168 cm (5'6")
Nationality
Religion
Judaism
Languages
English
Spouse
Janice Crystal
Children
1 child: Jennifer Crystal Foley
Parents
Jack Crystal
Residences
Pacific Palisades
Education
Marshall University, Nassau Community College, HB Studio, New York University Tisch School of the Arts
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier A -- 118,217 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 47 years (1977-2024)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 29
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Year context
Born in 1948 -- State of Israel established; Berlin Blockade begins; Harry S. Truman was US president
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Filmography (22)
AWARDS (27)
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Disney Legends
2013
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Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
2007
WON
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GLAAD Excellence in Media Award
2005
WON
B
Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show
2005
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Biography
William Edward "Billy" Crystal (born March 14, 1948) is an American actor, filmmaker, and comedian. He gained prominence in the 1970s for playing Jodie Dallas on the ABC sitcom “Soap” and became a Hollywood film star during the 1990s, appearing in the critical and box office successes When “Harry Met Sally...” and “City Slickers.” He is also known for his role as Mike in the “Monsters Inc.” franchise, and roles in “The Princess Bride,” “Analyze This,” and “Throw Momma From the Train.” He has hosted the Academy Awards eight times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Billy Crystal?
Billy Crystal is 77 years old, born on .
Where was Billy Crystal born?
Billy Crystal was born in Long Beach, Long Island, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Billy Crystal been in?
Billy Crystal has 22 credits in our database. Notable titles include Hamlet (2024), Here Today (2021), The Comedian (2016), Monsters University (2013), Parental Guidance (2012).
What is Billy Crystal known for?
Billy Crystal is primarily known as an actor. William Edward "Billy" Crystal (born March 14, 1948) is an American actor, filmmaker, and comedian. He gained prominence in the 1970s for playing Jodie Dallas…
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