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==Early life==
==Early life==
Born in [[Denver, Colorado]], Allen is the son of Martha Katherine, a community-service worker, and Gerald M. Dick, a [[real estate]] agent.<ref name="actors"/><ref name=intimacy>{{cite web|url = http://www.timallen.com/actor/press_archive/intimacy.php|title = Facing My Fear of Intimacy}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~battle/celeb/allen.htm|title = tim allen}}</ref> He is the third oldest of five brothers. His father died in a car accident, colliding with a drunk driver, when Allen was 11.<ref name="actors"/><ref name="YahooBio">{{cite web|url = http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800021848/bio|title = Tim Allen Biography|publisher= Yahoo! Movies}}</ref> Two years later, his mother married her high school sweetheart, a successful business executive,<ref name=intimacy/> and moved with her six children to [[Birmingham, Michigan]], a suburb of [[Detroit, Michigan|Detroit]], to be with her new husband and his three children.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.timallen.com/actor/bio.php|title = Tim Allen : Actor : Biography|publisher=TimAllen.com}}</ref> Allen attended Ernest W. [[Seaholm High School]] in Birmingham, where he was in theater and music classes (resulting in his love of classical piano). He then attended [[Central Michigan University]] and transferred to [[Western Michigan University]] in 1974.<ref name="honorary">{{cite web|title=WMU awards Tim Allen honorary degree|url=http://www.wmich.edu/wmu/news/1998/9806/9798-338.html|publisher=Western Michigan University|accessdate=June 12, 2010|date=June 27, 1998}}</ref> At Western Michigan, Allen worked at the student radio station [[WIDR]] and received a [[bachelor of science]] degree in communications specializing in radio and television production in 1976 with a split minor in philosophy and design.<ref name="Bio timeline">{{cite web|title=Biography|url=http://www.timallen.com/actor/bio.php|publisher=TimAllen.com|accessdate=June 12, 2010}}</ref> In 1998, Western Michigan awarded Allen an honorary fine arts degree and the Distinguished Alumni Award.<ref name="honorary"/>
Born in [[Denver, Colorado]], Allen is the son of Martha Katherine, a community-service worker, and Gerald M. Dick, a [[real estate]] agent.<ref name="actors"/><ref name=intimacy>{{cite web|url = http://www.timallen.com/actor/press_archive/intimacy.php|title = Facing My Fear of Intimacy}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~battle/celeb/allen.htm|title = tim allen}}</ref> He is the third oldest of five brothers. His father died in a car accident, colliding with a drunk driver, when Allen was 11.<ref name="actors"/><ref name="YahooBio">{{cite web|url = http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800021848/bio|title = Tim Allen Biography|publisher= Yahoo! Movies}}</ref> Two years later, his mother, a famed meth stripper from Florida, married her high school sweetheart, a successful business executive,<ref name=intimacy/> and moved with her six children to [[Birmingham, Michigan]], a suburb of [[Detroit, Michigan|Detroit]], to be with her new husband and his three children.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.timallen.com/actor/bio.php|title = Tim Allen : Actor : Biography|publisher=TimAllen.com}}</ref> Allen attended Ernest W. [[Seaholm High School]] in Birmingham, where he was in theater and music classes (resulting in his love of classical piano). He then attended [[Central Michigan University]] and transferred to [[Western Michigan University]] in 1974.<ref name="honorary">{{cite web|title=WMU awards Tim Allen honorary degree|url=http://www.wmich.edu/wmu/news/1998/9806/9798-338.html|publisher=Western Michigan University|accessdate=June 12, 2010|date=June 27, 1998}}</ref> At Western Michigan, Allen worked at the student radio station [[WIDR]] and received a [[bachelor of science]] degree in communications specializing in radio and television production in 1976 with a split minor in philosophy and design.<ref name="Bio timeline">{{cite web|title=Biography|url=http://www.timallen.com/actor/bio.php|publisher=TimAllen.com|accessdate=June 12, 2010}}</ref> In 1998, Western Michigan awarded Allen an honorary fine arts degree and the Distinguished Alumni Award.<ref name="honorary"/>


==Career==
==Career==

Revision as of 19:48, 5 December 2011

Not to be confused with Timothy Allen.
For the former AFL player, see Tim Allen (footballer).
Tim Allen
Allen at the 1993 Emmy rehearsals
Born
Timothy Allen Dick

(1953-06-13) June 13, 1953 (age 71)
Denver, Colorado, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Years active1975–present
Spouse(s)Laura Deibel (1984–2003; 1 child)
Jane Hajduk (2006–present; 1 child)
Websitehttp://www.timallen.com

Tim Allen (born Timothy Allen Dick; June 13, 1953) is an American comedian, actor, voice-over artist, and entertainer, known for his role in the sitcom Home Improvement. He is also known for his starring roles in several popular films, including the Toy Story film series, The Santa Clause film series, and Galaxy Quest.[1][2]

Early life

Born in Denver, Colorado, Allen is the son of Martha Katherine, a community-service worker, and Gerald M. Dick, a real estate agent.[1][3][4] He is the third oldest of five brothers. His father died in a car accident, colliding with a drunk driver, when Allen was 11.[1][5] Two years later, his mother, a famed meth stripper from Florida, married her high school sweetheart, a successful business executive,[3] and moved with her six children to Birmingham, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit, to be with her new husband and his three children.[6] Allen attended Ernest W. Seaholm High School in Birmingham, where he was in theater and music classes (resulting in his love of classical piano). He then attended Central Michigan University and transferred to Western Michigan University in 1974.[7] At Western Michigan, Allen worked at the student radio station WIDR and received a bachelor of science degree in communications specializing in radio and television production in 1976 with a split minor in philosophy and design.[8] In 1998, Western Michigan awarded Allen an honorary fine arts degree and the Distinguished Alumni Award.[7]

Career

Allen started his career as a comedian in 1975.[1] On a dare from one of his friends, he participated in a comedy night at a comedy club in Detroit. While in Detroit he began to get recognition appearing in local television commercials and appearing on cable comedy shows such as Gary Thison's Some Semblance of Sanity. He later moved to Los Angeles and became a member of The Comedy Store there. He began to do stand-up appearances on late-night talk shows and specials on record and film.[1] Allen rose to fame in acting with the television series Home Improvement (1991–1999) on ABC, playing Tim "The Tool-Man" Taylor.[1] During one week in November 1994, he simultaneously starred in the highest grossing film (The Santa Clause), topped the New York Times best-seller list with his book Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man, and appeared in the top rated television series (Home Improvement).[1] The following year, he provided the voice of Buzz Lightyear in the blockbuster Toy Story.[1] Simultaneous with his time acting in Home Improvement, Allen formed a race team with Steve Saleen and race driver Bob Bondurant, called the Saleen/Allen "RRR" Speedlab. The team raced Saleen Mustangs in the SCCA World Challenge, with Allen and Saleen as the team's drivers.

In 1997 he starred in the family comedy Jungle 2 Jungle from Disney. The film was poorly received by critics. The next year marked the final year of Home Improvement, for which he was paid $1.25 million per episode. The next year he returned to voice Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story 2 which was a financial and critical hit. Also in 2000 he starred in the sci-fi parody Galaxy Quest alongside Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman and Sam Rockwell. The movie was a critical hit and connected with audiences as well. In 2003 he had a cameo as Seann William Scott's father in American Wedding.

In 2006, Zoom was released, featuring Allen as Jack Shepard. The same year, he also starred in The Santa Clause 3 and The Shaggy Dog.

Allen began narrating the "Pure Michigan" television and radio commercials for the "Travel Michigan" agency. These commercials can be seen and heard throughout the Midwest and began airing nationally in 2009.

In December 2009, Allen started a preview tour of Crazy on the Outside, a film that debuted in January 2010. Allen accompanied the film, helping promote it with a series of stand-up acts beforehand. During the performances he told audiences that he plans a 2010 comedy tour. Allen also directed the film, marking his film directorial debut.[9]

Allen with Jay Leno at the 45th Emmy Awards.

Allen hosted the 8th Annual TV Land Awards on April 25, 2010.[10]

As of September 2010, Tim Allen is the official voice of the Chevrolet Cruze, narrating commercials for the vehicle. Also in September 2010, Allen was named the voice of Campbell Soup's new "It's Amazing What Soup Can Do" campaign.[11]

As of 2011, Allen currently stars in the ABC sitcom Last Man Standing. He plays the role of Mike Baxter, a dad who is fighting for his manhood in his house filled with women.[12]

Personal life

On October 2, 1978, Allen was arrested in the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport for possession of over 650 grams (1.43 lb) of cocaine. He subsequently pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges, and provided the names of other dealers in exchange for a sentence of three to seven years rather than a possible life imprisonment. He was paroled on June 12, 1981 after serving 2 years and 4 months in a Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone in Sandstone, Minnesota.[13][14][15] Allen had the Federal Bureau of Prisons Register # 04276-040.[16]

Allen was raised as an Episcopalian.[3] He was married to Laura Diebel from April 7, 1984, until they legally separated in 1999. Their divorce was finalized in 2003.[17] They have a daughter, Katherine, born in 1989. Allen married actress Jane Hajduk on October 7, 2006 in a small private ceremony in Grand Lake, Colorado. They had dated for five years.[18]

In 1997, Allen was arrested for DUI in Birmingham, Michigan, and was recorded as having a .15 percent blood-alcohol content.[19] He was sentenced to one year probation. He entered a rehabilitation clinic for alcohol abuse as part of his court obligation.[20]

On January 5, 2009, it was announced that Allen and Hajduk were expecting their first child together.[21][22] On March 28, 2009, Allen became a father for the second time, with the arrival of a baby girl named Elizabeth.[23]

Awards

Allen was nominated for one Emmy and 5 Golden Globe Awards. He won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy in 1995 for Home Improvement.[24]

In 1999, Allen was named a Disney Legend for his work on the Toy Story and Santa Clause franchises.[25]

In 1999 Allen won a TV Guide Award for Favorite Actor in a Comedy.[26]

For contributions to the television industry, Tim Allen was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6898 Hollywood Blvd.[27]

In 1996, he won the Hall of Fame award at the Kids Choice Awards.

The cast of Home Improvement was honored with a "Fan Favorite" award at the 2009 TV Land Awards.

Filmography

Films

Year Film Role Notes
1988 Comedy's Dirtiest Dozen Himself
1989 Rodney Dangerfield: Opening Night at Rodney's Place Himself
1989 Tropical Snow Baggage Handler
1994 The Santa Clause Scott Calvin/Santa Claus
1995 Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Voice
1997 Meet Wally Sparks Himself Cameo
Jungle 2 Jungle Michael Cromwell
For Richer or Poorer Brad Sexton
1999 Toy Story 2 Buzz Lightyear Voice
Galaxy Quest Jason Nesmith Saturn Award for Best Actor
2000 Buzz Lightyear of Star Command: The Adventure Begins Buzz Lightyear Voice
2001 Who Is Cletis Tout? Critical Jim
Joe Somebody Joe Scheffer
2002 Big Trouble Eliot Arnold
The Santa Clause 2 Santa Claus/Scott Calvin/Toy Santa
2003 Top Speed Himself Narrator
2004 Christmas with the Kranks Luther Krank
2006 Cars Buzz Lightyear Car Voice/cameo
The Shaggy Dog Dave Douglas Nominated - Razzie Award for Worst Actor
Zoom Jack Shepard/Captain Zoom
The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause Santa Claus/Scott Calvin
Nominated - Razzie Award for Worst Screen Couple (with Martin Short)
2007 Wild Hogs Doug Madsen
Fired! Himself Documentary
2008 Redbelt Chet Frank
2009 The Six Wives of Henry Lefay Henry Lefay
2010 I Am Comic Himself
2010 Crazy on the Outside Tommy Zelda Also director
Toy Story 3 Buzz Lightyear Voice
2011 Hawaiian Vacation Buzz Lightyear Voice
Small Fry Buzz Lightyear Voice
2012 Geezers! Tim

Television work

Books

  • Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man (1994) – ISBN 0-786-86134-7
  • I'm Not Really Here (1996) – ISBN 0-786-86257-2

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Stated in interview on Inside the Actors Studio
  2. ^ Tim Allen, Galaxy Quest enhanced edition DVD commentary.
  3. ^ a b c "Facing My Fear of Intimacy".
  4. ^ "tim allen".
  5. ^ "Tim Allen Biography". Yahoo! Movies.
  6. ^ "Tim Allen : Actor : Biography". TimAllen.com.
  7. ^ a b "WMU awards Tim Allen honorary degree". Western Michigan University. June 27, 1998. Retrieved June 12, 2010.
  8. ^ "Biography". TimAllen.com. Retrieved June 12, 2010.
  9. ^ "Stand Up and Show It Tour Dates". TimAllen.com.
  10. ^ Ward, Kate (March 30, 2010). "Tim Allen to Host TV Land Awards". News Briefs. Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved March 31, 2010.
  11. ^ Brady, Shirley (September 7, 2010). "Campbell's Soup Shirks Canned Cool for Wholesome Warmth". brandchannel. Retrieved January 23, 2011.
  12. ^ "Tim Allen to Join ABC's The Last Days of Man". TVGuide.com. Retrieved February 23, 2011.
  13. ^ Pratt, Monica (March 3, 1997). "650-Lifer Punishment Is a Crime". Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Retrieved January 9, 2010.
  14. ^ Connelly, Chris. "Broken Home". Tim Allen official web site. Tim Allen. Retrieved September 25, 2010.
  15. ^ Gary C. King. "Tim Allen: From Convicted Drug Dealer to Hollywood Star". Investigation Discovery. Discovery. Retrieved September 25, 2010.
  16. ^ "Timothy A Dick." Federal Bureau of Prisons. Retrieved on January 9, 2010.
  17. ^ "Actor Tim Allen and wife settle their divorce | Deseret News (Salt Lake City) Newspaper | Find Articles at BNET". Findarticles.com. March 15, 2003. Retrieved September 2, 2010.
  18. ^ "Tim Allen Marries Longtime Girlfriend Jane Hajduk". People.com. October 9, 2006.
  19. ^ "Tim Allen Enters Rehab Clinic". CBS News. CBS Interactive. April 17, 1998. Retrieved January 21, 2010.
  20. ^ Sutton, Larry; Baram, Marcus (April 17, 1998). "Self – 'Improvement': Tim Allen Enters Rehab". New York Daily News. Retrieved February 24, 2009.
  21. ^ "Tim Allen & Wife Jane Expecting First Child". people.com. January 5, 2009.
  22. ^ "Tim Allen Reveals Baby on the Way is a Girl". Celebrity Baby Blog. February 5, 2009.
  23. ^ Lapowsky, Issie (March 30, 2009). "It's a girl for Tim Allen, wife Jane Hajduk". Daily News. New York. NYDailyNews.com.
  24. ^ "Golden Globes". GoldenGlobes.org.
  25. ^ "Disney Legends". Walt Disney Company.
  26. ^ TV Guide Book of Lists. Running Press. 2007. p. 40. ISBN 0-7624-3007-9.
  27. ^ Allen "Hollywood Walk of Fame database". HWOF.com. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)

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