Born Name:  Patrick Bristow

Born Date:  September 26, 1962

Born Place:  Los Angeles, California

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Occupations:  Actor, comedian, director

Brief Biography:  Patrick Bristow is an American actor, comedian, and director, and is widely recognized for his versatile comedic roles on television and his significant contributions to improv theater.

Early Life and Background:
Bristow grew up in Burbank, California, as the third child of former performers Frank Bristow and Patricia O’Kane. Influenced by his parents' theatrical background, he developed an early passion for performing. Although he initially pursued classical music, he switched to a theater major in college after being cast in a musical. In his youth, he played in the same marching band as filmmaker Tim Burton.

Career Highlights:
Bristow’s career took off in the late 1980s with early television roles, such as on Webster. He is most famous for:
Television: Playing Peter Barnes on Ellen (1994–1998) and Patrick the Maître d’ on The Suite Life of Zack & Cody (2005–2008). He is also remembered for guest roles like "The Wig Master" on Seinfeld and Larry David’s choreographer on Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Film: Notable appearances in Showgirls (1995), Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), The Longest Yard (2005), and Pain & Gain (2013).