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Born Name:
Lawrence John Miller
Born Date:
October 15, 1953
Born Place:
New York City
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations:
Comedian, actor, voice actor, podcaster, columnist
Brief Biography:
Larry Miller is widely recognized for his sharp observational humor and distinct character roles, he is best known for portraying the snide Beverly Hills boutique manager in Pretty Woman and Walter Stratford in 10 Things I Hate About You.
Early Life & Stand-Up Beginnings:
Education: Graduated from Amherst College, where he initially studied music (piano, drums, cello, and voice).
Breakthrough: After performing as a nightclub musician in NYC, he transitioned to stand-up, becoming a fixture at clubs like Catch a Rising Star. He quickly built a reputation for high-energy routines, including his signature "Five Stages of Drinking".
Acting Career & Notable Roles:
Miller has amassed over 100 film and television appearances. Some of his most iconic roles include:
Film: Pretty Woman (1990), The Nutty Professor, 10 Things I Hate About You, The Princess Diaries, and several Christopher Guest mockumentaries like Waiting for Guffman and Best in Show.
Television: The malicious doorman on Seinfeld, Edwin Poole on Boston Legal, and Tommy on 8 Simple Rules.
Other Ventures:
Writing & Podcasting: He has contributed as a humorist for The Weekly Standard, wrote the book Spoiled Rotten America, and previously hosted the podcast This Week with Larry Miller.
Media: He is a frequent guest on talk shows like Real Time with Bill Maher and The Tonight Show.