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Bill Irwin
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April 11, 1950 in Santa Monica, CA
Biography:Bill Irwin certainly qualifies as one of the most unique figures in show business; attempts to compare him to other talent invariably conclude with the observation that there is no one else like Irwin, a testament to his overarching individuality. A native of Santa Monica, Irwin spent periods of his youth in Southern California and Oklahoma, then attended Oberlin College (as a theater arts major) and Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey's Clown College in Florida, where lessons learned in slapstick, pantomime, comedic improvisation, and graceful balletic would continue to inform his art and style throughout his life. Following said education, he spent various periods of time in dramatic ensembles (such as the prestigious Kraken ensemble) and circuses (such as the Frisco-based Pickle Family Circus) and racked up a litany of theatrical accomplishments that included Broadway performances in... Full Biography
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Bill Irwin and Paul Giamatti in "Lady in the Water"
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play for "Edward Albee's Who's...
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a play for "Edward Albee's Who's...
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play for "Edward Albee's Who's...
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play for "The Pillowman" and...
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play for "The Pillowman" and...
Bill Irwin, nominee Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play for "The Pillowman" and...
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Nov. 23, 2009, 8:51 AM EST
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