Eugene Levy

Eugene Levy ( born December 17, 1946 in Hamilton, Ontario) is a Canadian actor and comedian.

Life and career

Levy studied with Ivan Reitman at McMaster University Film Studies. Levy 1976 was known by the Canadian comedy series Second City TV, in the Martin Short and John Candy got their start. Eugene Levy was previously seen in 80 films. With the exception of Cannibal Girls ( 1973), Two full steam (1986 ), Best in Show (2000) and Cool & Fool - My partner with The Man (2005) he had only supporting roles. His most famous role is probably that of Noah Levenstein, father of Jim (played by Jason Biggs ) in the American Pie movies. Levy is a regular in all eight American -Pie- parts.

His German dubbing voice is that of Frank -Otto Schenk.

Filmography (selection)

Awards

• 2011: Member of the Order of Canada
• 2012: Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
• 2012: ACTRA Award