
Bill Maher
Known For
Acting
Born
1956-01-20 in New York City, New York, USA
Biography
William 'Bill' Maher, Jr. is an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor. Before his current role as the host of HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher, he hosted a similar late-night talk show called Politically Incorrect, originally on Comedy Central and later on ABC. He's known for his political satire and sociopolitical commentary, which targets a wide swath of topics. He supports the legalization of marijuana and same-sex marriage, and serves on the board of PETA. He is also a critic of religion and is an advisory board member of Project Reason, a foundation to promote scientific knowledge and secular values within society. He currently ranks number 38 on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. He got a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on September 14, 2010.
Most Known For

Family Guy
as Bill Maher (voice)

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
as Self

The Daily Show
as Self

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
as Self

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self

Married... with Children
as Adam Gold

Conan
as Self

Jeopardy!
as Self

Murder, She Wrote
as Rick Rivers

Murder, She Wrote
as Frank Albertson

The View
as Self

Great Performances
as Self

Real Time with Bill Maher
as Self - Host

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
as Self

True Blood
as Bill Maher

Hollywood Squares
as Self - Panelist

black-ish
as Bill Maher

Late Night with Conan O'Brien
as Self - Guest

Jimmy Kimmel Live!
as Self

Jimmy Kimmel Live!
as Self - Guest