Brad Garrett
Brad Garrett is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and voice actor best known for playing Robert Barone on the sitcom *Everybody Loves Raymond*.
Brad Garrett is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and voice actor, best known for playing Robert Barone on the sitcom *Everybody Loves Raymond*. He has won three Primetime Emmy Awards for that role and has also appeared in numerous films, television series, and animated productions. His work has been widely broadcast in Canada through U.S. television syndication and major animated films.
Early life and career
Brad Garrett was born on April 14, 1960, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, as Brad H. Gerstenfeld. He began his career in stand-up comedy, winning the talent competition *Star Search* in the early 1980s and later appearing on *The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson*.
Breakthrough with *Everybody Loves Raymond*
Garrett's best-known role is Robert Barone, Ray's older brother on the sitcom *Everybody Loves Raymond*. The role brought him major recognition and three Primetime Emmy Awards, cementing his place in television comedy.
Film, television, and voice work
Beyond sitcoms, Garrett has appeared in live-action comedy series including *’Til Death*, *Single Parents*, and *High Desert*. He has also done extensive voice work in animated films such as *Finding Nemo*, *Ratatouille*, and *Tangled*, as well as in animated television series.
Public image and style
Garrett is known for his deep voice, tall stature of 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m), and deadpan comedic delivery. These traits have contributed to his success in both live-action comedy and voice performance, making him a distinctive figure in entertainment.
Key facts
- Brad Garrett is best known for playing Robert Barone on *Everybody Loves Raymond*.
- He won three Primetime Emmy Awards for that performance.
- He began his career in stand-up comedy and won *Star Search* in the early 1980s.
- He has done extensive voice work in animated films such as *Finding Nemo*, *Ratatouille*, and *Tangled*.
- His deep voice and tall stature are widely noted as distinctive features.
Brad Garrett’s work has been widely broadcast in Canada through U.S. television syndication and major animated films shown in Canadian cinemas and on Canadian television.
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References
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004951/bio/Supports: Birth date, birth name, and height.
- ABC — https://www.abc.com/cast/a0fb0300-f3f4-4518-9c5f-3bb20fc91a2cSupports: Three Emmy wins for Robert Barone and recent acting credits.
- NNDB — https://www.nndb.com/people/065/000064870/Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and *Star Search* background.
- TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/brad-garrett/bio/3000029331/Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession.
- EBSCO — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/brad-garrettSupports: Stand-up background, *Star Search* breakthrough, and best-known roles.