Tom Shadyac

Tom Shadyac

66 · Born: Dec 11, 1958

Personal Details

BornDec 11, 1958 Falls Church, Virginia, USA
Parents
  • Richard Shadyac

Biography

Thomas Peter "Tom" Shadyac is a renowned American comedian, director, screenwriter, and producer, whose remarkable career has encompassed a wide range of creative endeavors within the multifaceted realm of the entertainment industry.

Notably, Shadyac's remarkable career trajectory began with an unprecedented achievement - becoming the youngest joke-writer ever to collaborate with the legendary comedian Bob Hope, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to the art of comedy.

Moreover, Shadyac's impressive body of work extends far beyond his early success as a joke-writer, as he has also made a significant impact as a writer and director on numerous films that have garnered widespread acclaim and commercial success.

Notable among his extensive filmography are the sidesplitting and enduringly popular cinematic endeavors "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective", "The Nutty Professor", "Liar Liar", "Bruce Almighty", and "I Am", each of which has played a significant role in solidifying his reputation as a masterful and multifaceted director.

Jim Carrey

Born on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, James Eugene "Jim" Carrey is a renowned actor, comedian, and filmmaker. He began his career in the early 1980s as a stand-up comedian, eventually transitioning to television and film.

Notably, beyond his notable accomplishments in the entertainment sector, Shadyac also occupies the role of adjunct professor of communication at Pepperdine University's esteemed Seaver College, where he generously imparts his vast expertise and profound knowledge to students, guiding them through the intricacies of screenwriting and thereby bestowing his valuable skills upon the next generation of visionary filmmakers.

Thomas Peter "Tom" Shadyac, a dynamic and multifaceted individual, whose life's work is deeply rooted in a trifecta of creative pursuits, including the realm of comedy, the art of storytelling, and the pursuit of knowledge and education.

Career

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1986
Jocks
Jocks as Chris
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2011
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2019
Brian Banks
Brian Banks as Director
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2011
I Am
I Am as Director
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2007
Evan Almighty
Evan Almighty as Director
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2003
Bruce Almighty
Bruce Almighty as Director
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2002
Dragonfly
Dragonfly as Director
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1998
Patch Adams
Patch Adams as Director
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1997
Liar Liar
Liar Liar as Director
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1996
The Nutty Professor
The Nutty Professor as Director, Screenplay
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1994
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective as Director, Screenplay
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1991