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Biography Alex Winter began his career as an actor, co-starring in the Broadway productions of 'The King & I', 'Peter Pan', and the American premiere of Simon Gray's 'Close of Play' at the Manhattan Theater Club. After attending NYU film school, Winter went on to have starring roles in several feature films...
| Company: |
Trouper Productions (Executive)
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| Talent Agent: |
Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) - Sheryl Petersen
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| Profession: |
Actor / Director / Writer |
| Born: |
17 July 1965, London, England, UK (age 44) |
| Birth Name: |
Alexander Ross Winter |
| Height: |
5' 7" (1.70 m) |
| Also Known As: |
Alex Winter / Alex Winter Esq. / Alexander Winter |
| Awards: |
1 win & 1 nomination |
| Credited Years: |
1985 - 2010 |
Trivia
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When trying out for the parts of Bill and Ted, each actor was paired up with another. Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter were paired up, Reeves trying out for the part of Bill while Winter trying out for the part of Ted. They were cast opposite what they tried out for. |
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Son Leroy, born 1998. |
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Attended film school at New York University with Tom Stern. They became good friends and have collaborated on several film projects. |
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Graduated from Montclair Highschool in 1983. There he attended the school of performing arts. |
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He studied Film at college in New York City and starred in a number of plays whilst still a student. |
Other Works
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Three short films written with Tom Stern, compiled in a 30 minute tape entitled "Squeal of Death" showcases Winter's NYU film school output. Available through Film Threat Magazine Video. |
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Directed music videos for Helmet ("Milquetoast") and Red Hot Chili Peppers ("Knock Me Down"), the latter of which he also appeared in. |
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Appeared in Broadway productions of "The King and I" and "Peter Pan." |
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Directed the music video for Extreme's "Decadence Dance" in 1991. |
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Directed British lottery commercials |
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