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Timothy Simons
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Timothy Simons is best known by his stage name, Timothy Olyphant's co-star in the HBO series Veep, Timothy Simons.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on November 6, 1980, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American actor.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in Atlanta, Timothy's early life was not marked by any extraordinary events that would lead him to become an actor. His family moved frequently during his childhood, eventually settling in the suburbs of Chicago. Simons' interest in acting developed at a young age, and he began performing in school plays.
He later attended Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism but dropped out to pursue a career in acting. This decision marked the beginning of his journey towards becoming the accomplished actor we know today.
Major Accomplishments
Timothy Simons' breakthrough role came when he landed the part of Jonah Ryan, a lovable yet bumbling White House staffer, in HBO's hit series Veep. His portrayal earned him critical acclaim and numerous award nominations. Throughout his career, Simons has demonstrated his versatility by taking on various roles in television and film.
Notable Works or Actions
Some of Timothy Simons' notable works include:
_The Other Guys_ (2010) - a crime comedy film where he played the role of Detective Kovaks.
_Dumb and Dumber To_ (2014) - a comedy film in which he appeared as Mr. Pusser.
* _Kingsman: The Golden Circle_ (2017) - an action spy comedy film where he portrayed Agent Whiskey.
Impact and Legacy
Timothy Simons' contributions to the entertainment industry are undeniable. His portrayal of Jonah Ryan in Veep is often cited as one of the most memorable aspects of the series. Through his performances, Simons has left a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Timothy Simons is widely quoted and remembered for his captivating performances, particularly in the role of Jonah Ryan in Veep. His ability to bring complexity and depth to his characters has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.
Quotes by Timothy Simons
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I was a terrible high school student outside of the fact that I did well in physics, but there's a big difference between being good at physics and being a physicist, so I jettisoned that very quickly.
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I was interning at a children's theater group in Kentucky - that was my first job out of college. I had jumped around a couple of regional theaters, and I was about to go back to Maine to work at a summer Shakespeare theater there. I didn't want to just jump around the country from gig to gig. I really wanted to go to a city and get involved in a theater scene and a theater community.
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I had grown up working in a video store, and I'd grown up more with film than I had with theater, so I kind of felt a natural call.
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It's weird to have to look at another co-worker and have a silent discussion - any discussion - about how you are going to touch their genitals or allow them to touch your genitals.
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"Believe in yourself" - that makes sense. You should believe in yourself - you should believe that you're capable of great things - but you would hope that somebody would have some sort of self-awareness.
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I really wanted to go to a city and get involved in a theater scene and a theater community. I had some friends who had moved out to Chicago and had said really good things about it and about the work. I didn't care at that time about making money.
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If you're going to go to an audition, you don't want to go in trying to force yourself into some archetype that has been thought up by a director and translated by a casting director.
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I'm a night person, but because of being in the film business and having children, my schedule has shifted, and I'm always terrified that I'm going to oversleep.
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I'll believe I made it when I'm 100 years old, I'm still able to get work, and they're about to put me in a coffin, and I'll be like, 'Yeah, OK, it went all right.' But until then, I'm not saying it.
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I'm particularly bad at breaking if something's funny. I'm not professional, so I do often laugh, but less at what I do and more often at what other people do.
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