Ed Begley Jr.
Edward James Begley Jr., born on September 16, 1949, is a prominent American actor and passionate environmental advocate. With a prolific career spanning numerous films, television series, and stage performances, he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich in the acclaimed medical drama *St. Elsewhere*, which aired from 1982 to 1988. This iconic role garnered him six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations, as well as a nomination for a Golden Globe Award.
Begley's film credits are equally impressive, featuring notable appearances in classics such as *Blue Collar* (1978), *An Officer and a Gentleman* (1982), and *This Is Spinal Tap* (1984). His versatility has led him to roles in *Transylvania 6-5000* (1985), *The Accidental Tourist* (1988), *Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills* (1989), *She-Devil* (1989), *Batman Forever* (1995), and *Pineapple Express* (2008). He is also recognized for his work in Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy's mockumentaries, including *Best in Show* (2000) and *A Mighty Wind* (2003).
In addition to his acting career, Begley co-hosted the green living reality series *Living with Ed* from 2007 to 2010 alongside his wife, Rachelle Carson, whom he married on August 23, 2000. The couple shares one child and continues to advocate for sustainable living.
Filmography
Don't Tell Larry
Who Killed the Electric Car?
What's Your Number?
The In-Laws
Whatever Works
Ghostbusters (2016)
Strange Darling
Time Toys
Storybook
Battlestar Galactica
Meet the Applegates
Private Lessons
Making Babies
Bixler High Private Eye
Elvis
Reboot Camp
Back By Midnight
The Pagemaster
Relative Strangers
Blue Collar
For Your Consideration
Dear Christmas
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story
Imperfections
Auto Focus
Recount
Georgia O'Keeffe
Fly Me to the Moon
Best in Show
Protocol
A Mighty Wind
Lucky (2017)
Finding Amanda
Buddy Buddy
Gary Unmarried
Family Tree
Bless This Mess
In the Kitchen with Harry Hamlin
Future Man
Betas
Your Family or Mine
St. Elsewhere