William H. Macy
William H. Macy (born March 13, 1950) is an American actor and writer. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his role as Jerry Lundegaard in Fargo. He is also a teacher and director in theater, film and television. His film career has been built mostly on his appearances in small, independent films, though he has appeared in summer action films as well. Macy gained widespread popularity for portraying Frank Gallagher in Showtime's comedy-drama series Shameless (2011–2021). Macy has described his screen persona as "sort of a Middle American, WASPy, Lutheran kind of guy... Everyman". He has won two Emmy Awards and a Screen Actors Guild Award, being nominated for nine Emmy Awards and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards in total. He is also a three-time Golden Globe Award nominee.
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Who is William H. Macy?+
William H. Macy is an American actor and writer recognized for his portrayal of relatable, flawed characters across independent cinema and television.
What is William H. Macy known for?+
He is known for his Academy Award-nominated work in Fargo and his lead role in the long-running series Shameless.
What kind of work does William H. Macy make?+
He specializes in grounded, nuanced character studies and has a long-standing association with the Atlantic Theater Company. Follow William H. Macy on Mood.
