Ed O'Neill

About

Ed O'Neill is an American actor, best known for his role as Al Bundy on the popular sitcom "Married... with Children" which ran from 1987 to 1997. Born on April 12, 1946 in Youngstown, Ohio, O'Neill has had a long acting career in both film and television. He later gained further recognition with his role as Jay Pritchett in the ABC sitcom "Modern Family" from 2009 to 2020, for which he was nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards. Prior to his acting career, he was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers but was cut during training camp. He holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Associated With

Ed O'Neill, an acclaimed American actor, is best recognized for his roles in two hit television series: Al Bundy on "Married...with Children" and Jay Pritchett on "Modern Family." In "Married...with Children," O’Neill co-starred with actors like Katey Sagal, Christina Applegate, and David Faustino. In “Modern Family”, he worked alongside Sofia Vergara, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson amongst others. His notable film collaborations include Kevin Costner in "Little Big League" and John Hughes in "Dutch." He also voiced a character in the animated film “Finding Dory.” In his personal life, he is married to actress Catherine Rusoff, not known for dating any other industry personalities. He has collaborated with a wide range of directors and producers throughout his career.

Career Highlights

• - 1969: Ed O'Neill started his acting career by performing in stage plays in New York City in the late '60s.
• - 1980: O'Neill made his film debut with a small part in the heist film, "Cruising".
• - 1986: Essential in his career was his participation in the performance "Popeye Doyle" in 1986.
• - 1987: In what became his breakout role, O'Neill was cast as Al Bundy in the FOX sitcom, "Married... with Children," which ran from 1987 to 1997.
• - 1991: For his role in "Married... with Children," O'Neill was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards (1991, 1992).
• - 1999: After "Married... with Children," O'Neill had a lead role in the CBS police drama, "Big Apple" in 2001.
• - 2003: He also played the Governor of Pennsylvania in several episodes of the political drama, "The West Wing" (2003-2006).
• - 2005: He received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• - 2009: Ed O'Neill began his role as Jay Pritchett in the ABC sitcom, "Modern Family," from 2009 to 2020.
• - 2011: For his role in "Modern Family," O'Neill received three Primetime Emmy Award nominations (2011, 2012, 2013), and won two Screen Actors Guild Awards (2011, 2012) for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

Notable Awards

• Ed O'Neill is a talented actor but, surprisingly, he has not won any major acting awards. He has been nominated for several awards including a Golden Globe and three Primetime Emmy Awards for his roles in the television series "Married... with Children" and "Modern Family", but has not won. However, in 2011 he received an honorary Doctorate in Performing Arts from his alma mater, Youngstown State University.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Ed O'Neill Movie/TV Show?

Ed O'Neill is a highly versatile actor, but he is most famously known for his roles in two major TV shows. Earlier in his career, he earned widespread recognition for his portrayal of Al Bundy in the hit sitcom "Married... with Children," which aired from 1987 to 1997. However, for the current generation, he is perhaps best known for his role as Jay Pritchett in the award-winning series "Modern Family," which aired from 2009 to 2020. Both shows have been immensely popular and have greatly contributed to O'Neill's reputation as a talented and accomplished actor.

How Did Ed O'Neill Get Famous?

Ed O'Neill rose to fame through acting, getting his breakthrough role on the popular television sitcom "Married… with Children." He played the character Al Bundy for ten full seasons from 1987 to 1997, a role that earned him two Golden Globe nominations. The consistent visibility and success of the show helped cement O'Neill's role in Hollywood. He furthered his fame by landing another long-term role as Jay Pritchett in the award-winning series "Modern Family," which ran for 11 years, from 2009 to 2020, and garnered him more acclaim and recognition.