Bradley Charles Cooper
- Born:
- January 5, 1975, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Producer, Director
Early Life and Education
- Born to Gloria (Campano) and Charles John Cooper.
- Attended Germantown Academy.
- Graduated with honors from Georgetown University with a B.A. in English in 1997.
- Studied acting at the Actors Studio Drama School at The New School.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early television roles in shows like Sex and the City and Alias.
- Breakthrough film role in The Hangover (2009) which launched him into mainstream recognition.
- Received Academy Award nominations for Best Actor for Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, and American Sniper.
- Directed and starred in A Star Is Born (2018), which earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Actor, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
- Established himself as a successful producer through his company, Joint Effort Productions.
Notable Works
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | The Hangover | Phil Wenneck | Actor |
| 2012 | Silver Linings Playbook | Patrizio "Pat" Solitano Jr. | Actor, Academy Award Nomination (Best Actor) |
| 2013 | American Hustle | Richie DiMaso | Actor, Academy Award Nomination (Best Actor) |
| 2014 | American Sniper | Chris Kyle | Actor, Producer, Academy Award Nomination (Best Actor), Some details about the actor's commitment can be gleaned from the bradley cooper biography imdb american sniper page. |
| 2018 | A Star Is Born | Jackson Maine | Actor, Director, Producer, Writer |
| 2023 | Maestro | Leonard Bernstein | Actor, Director, Producer, Writer |
Legacy and Impact
Bradley Cooper has established himself as a prominent figure in Hollywood, achieving success as an actor, director, and producer. His commitment to his craft and his ability to embody diverse characters have earned him critical acclaim and commercial success. He continues to influence the film industry through his creative endeavors and his production company.