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Matthew LillardAmerican film actor
Date of Birth: 24.01.1970
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Matthew Lillard
Matthew Lyn Lillard, born on January 24, 1970, is an American film actor. He is best known for his roles as Stevo in "SLC Punk," Shaggy Rogers in the popular "Scooby-Doo" film series, and Stu Macher in the film "Scream".
Early Life and Education
Lillard was born in Lansing, Michigan, and grew up in Tustin, California, with his younger sister, Amy. After graduating high school, he was hired as an extra in the film "Ghoulies 3: Ghoulies Go to College". Lillard studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Pasadena, California, where he was classmates with fellow actor Paul Rudd. He also spent some time at Fullerton College in California, majoring in theater.
Acting Career
Lillard co-founded the acting troupe "Mean Street Ensemble" with his friend Matt, and later moved to the Circle in the Square Theatre School in New York. In 1989, he worked as a DJ on Nickelodeon's program "SK8 TV". His manager, Bill Treusch, secured him an audition for the film "Serial Mom" in 1994, where he landed the role of Chip. Around the same time, Lillard formed a new theater group called "Summoners". His role as the son of a killer in "Serial Mom" led to him playing a killer himself in the classic horror film "Scream".
Lillard has also appeared in more serious projects, such as the film adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Love's Labour's Lost". However, his filmography is primarily dominated by comedic roles. In 2000, Lillard married Heather Helm, and they remain married to this day. Prior to meeting Helm, he dated American actress Neve Campbell, his co-star in "Scream". Lillard has three children: daughters Addison Grace and Macey Lynn born in 2002 and 2004, respectively, and son Liam born in 2008. Throughout his career, Lillard has worked with Freddie Prinze Jr. on five occasions, including the film adaptation of the popular video game "Wing Commander," the sports drama "Summer Catch," the comedy "She's All That," and the children's adventure film series "Scooby-Doo".
