Paul Walter Hauser Bio, Age, Height
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Paul Walter Hauser (born Oct 15, 1986 in Michigan) is a versatile American actor, comedian, and professional wrestler. He’s known for bringing depth to both quirky and dramatic roles—here’s a closer look at his career and achievements:
🎬 Acting Highlights
- Breakout role: Gained widespread acclaim for starring as Richard Jewell in Clint Eastwood’s Richard Jewell (2019), earning him various awards, including the National Board of Review for Best Breakthrough Performance.
- True‑crime success: Portrayed serial killer Larry Hall in Apple TV+’s Black Bird (2022), winning both a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy.
- Memorable supporting roles: Appeared in I, Tonya, BlacKkKlansman, Cruella, and voiced “Embarrassment” in Inside Out 2 (2024).
- TV & streaming: Featured as “Stingray” in Cobra Kai, and has had smaller roles in Community, Key & Peele, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and more.
💪 Off‑screen life & personal growth
- Impressive transformation: Lost about 70 lb after adopting a healthier lifestyle, overcoming lifestyle challenges including addiction and gout.
- Sobriety: During the intense experience of playing Larry Hall in Black Bird, he committed to sobriety, marking a pivotal personal milestone.
🏋️ Pro‑wrestling ambitions
- A lifelong wrestling fan, Hauser has begun competing in independent wrestling circuits and is now signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW). He participated in Battle Riot VI and plans to keep pursuing wrestling alongside acting.
🌟 Upcoming Projects
- Marvel MCU: Cast as Harvey Elder (Mole Man) in The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025).
- Other roles lined up: Includes a Naked Gun reboot, a Chris Farley biopic, and voice roles in upcoming animated features.
🎭 Creative range
- Critics praise him as a “scene‑stealing” actor who can fully inhabit an array of eccentric, comedic, or deeply disturbing characters.
- He also explores music under the pseudonym Signet Ringer, releasing the EP Murder for Higher in 2022, which reflects his journey.
🏆 Summary
Paul Walter Hauser is an Emmy and Golden Globe–winning actor with impressive range—from comedic oddballs to chilling real‑life figures—while also pursuing passions in wrestling, music, and family life. With major roles ahead in the MCU and beyond, he’s a multifaceted talent on the rise.
