Oliver Cooper

Oliver Cooper ( * 1989 in Lucas County, Ohio ) is an American actor from Toledo, Ohio. He began his career in 2010, initially short films before he became known for his role as Costa in Project X.

Life and career

Cooper was born in Ohio Sylvania Township, Lucas County, where he attended the Sylvania Northview High School. He grew up as the youngest of three brothers. At the age of 17 years, Cooper stepped in Toledo on as a stand- up comedian. After high school he attended for one year the Arizona State University. He left college to further his acting career in Los Angeles.

At 20, the then-unknown Cooper was offered a starring role in Project X. For his role as Costa in the film was nominated in two categories at the MTV Movie Awards 2012, but was able to win any of the prizes awarded therein. 2013 he received several movie offers, including Runner Runner.

Coopers role models in acting are Bill Murray, Robin Williams and John Goodman. He is currently working on his own independent film, which is titled In Between Meals.

Filmography

• 2010: Weekend Dad (Short Film )
• 2011: Rick White (Short Film )
• 2012: Marriage Drama with Virginia Madsen ( short film )
• 2012: Project X
• 2013: The Hangover 3 ( The Hangover: Part III)
• 2013: Runner Runner

Awards and nominations

• 2012: nomination for Best Comedy representation for Project X
• 2012: nominated for Best Canvas scumbag for Project X