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  1. William Hall Macy Jr. (born March 13, 1950) is an American actor. His film career has been built on appearances in small, independent films , though he has also appeared in mainstream films. [3]

    • ER (1994 to 2009) Twenty-seven years before Shameless, Macy's initial major foray into television helped set the table for Frank Gallagher. Beginning with the powerhouse medical drama's pilot, the actor appeared in 31 episodes as County General's chief of surgery, Dr. David Morgenstern.
    • Fargo (1996) Macy wasn't initially seen as a fit for sad sack Jerry Lundegaard, but the actor wouldn't take no for an answer. "I thought Jerry was a great role for me, even though Joel and Ethan [Coen] had described him differently than me," says Macy, who was Oscar-nominated for his performance.
    • Boogie Nights (1997) In Paul Thomas Anderson's breakout drama, Macy plays pornographer Little Bill, and the actor credits the filmmaker's acumen for putting together a cast, noting that many of the stars reunited for Anderson's next project, Magnolia.
    • State and Main (2000) The first thing that comes to mind for Macy when reflecting on this satirical comedy about a troubled film production is his director, "American treasure," David Mamet, with whom the actor started a theater company.
  2. Learn about the life and career of William H. Macy, an American actor and writer who was nominated for an Oscar for Fargo and won two Emmys for Shameless. Browse his filmography, awards, photos, videos and more on The Movie Database.

  3. William Hall Macy Jr. is an American actor known for playing a wide variety of characters in movies such as 'Boogie Nights', 'Air Force One’ and 'Fargo’ as well as for his long time role in the TV series 'Shameless’. Macy made his big screen debut in the 1980 flick ‘Somewhere in Time’.

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  4. Aug 2, 2023 · A list of the best films featuring the versatile and experimental actor William H. Macy, from political satire to courtroom thriller. See his roles in Wag the Dog, Boogie Nights, Magnolia, Room, and more.

  5. Aug 18, 2021 · William H. Macy ('Shameless'): 'It was such a part of me, it's hard to remember what my life was before.'. The two-time Emmy winner chats with Gold Derby editor Rob Licuria about the Showtime...

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