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Jack BlackAmerican actor-comedian
Date of Birth: 28.08.1969
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Jack Black: A Versatile Hollywood Star
- Acting Career Begins
- Breakout Role and Comedy Success
- Tenacious D: Music and Comedy Duo
- Personal Life
- Notable Awards and Recognition
- Upcoming Projects
Jack Black: A Versatile Hollywood Star
Early Life and EducationJack Black, born Thomas Jacob Black Jr., entered the world on August 28, 1969, in Redondo Beach, California. His Scottish father, Thomas William Black, and Jewish mother, Judith Love Cohen, raised him in a Jewish household. Jack, however, later renounced religious beliefs and公开declared his atheism.
Black's older brother, Howard, died of AIDS in 1989 at age 31. The family's divorce when Jack was 10 split the siblings, with Jack moving to Culver City with his father while maintaining a close bond with his mother. He attended Poseidon School in Los Angeles and Crossroads School in Santa Monica before briefly enrolling at the University of California before pursuing a career in show business.
Acting Career Begins
Jack Black's acting debut came in 1989 when he was cast by Tim Robbins in the play 'Carnage' at the Edinburgh Festival. This exposure led to his first film role in Robbins' 1992 directorial debut, 'Bob Roberts,' where he played a minor character.
Breakout Role and Comedy Success
Black's breakthrough came in 2000 when actor John Cusack, a fan of his music with Tenacious D, cast him in the musical tragicomedy 'High Fidelity.' His performance earned him critical acclaim, a significant salary, and solidified his status as a comedic force.
Throughout the 2000s and 2010s, Black starred in a string of successful comedies, including 'Saving Silverman' (2001), 'School of Rock' (2003), 'Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy' (2004), 'Nacho Libre' (2006), 'Tropic Thunder' (2008), 'Kung Fu Panda' (2008), and 'Bernie' (2011). He also voiced Po in the 'Kung Fu Panda' franchise.
Tenacious D: Music and Comedy Duo
Concurrent with his acting career, Black has been a member of the satirical musical group Tenacious D since 1994. He formed the duo with Kyle Gass after meeting at the Edinburgh Festival in 1989. Their comedy and music have garnered a cult following and have influenced their movie and television projects.
Personal Life
Jack Black married Tanya Haden in 2006. The couple has two sons: Samuel Jason 'Sammy' Black (born 2006) and Thomas David Black (born 2008).
Notable Awards and Recognition
Black has received numerous award nominations, including two MTV Movie Awards for 'High Fidelity' and a Golden Globe nomination for 'School of Rock.' He has also been recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Upcoming Projects
Black's upcoming project is 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,' a sequel to the 1995 adventure classic. He stars alongside Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan in the film slated for release in December 2017.
