Harold Ramis

    Harold Ramis

    November 21, 1944 (80 years old) in Chicago, Illinois, USA

    Harold Allen Ramis was an American actor, director, and writer, specializing in comedy. His best-known film acting roles are as Egon Spengler in Ghostbusters (1984) and Russell Ziskey in Stripes (1981), both of which he co-wrote. As a writer/director, his films include the comedies Caddyshack (1980), Groundhog Day (1993), and Analyze This (1999). He was the original head writer of the TV series SCTV (in which he also performed), and one of three screenwriters for the film National Lampoon's Animal House (1978).

    Known For

    The Daily ShowThe Daily Show
    Late Night with Jimmy FallonLate Night with Jimmy Fallon
    GhostbustersGhostbusters
    Groundhog DayGroundhog Day
    Ghostbusters: AfterlifeGhostbusters: Afterlife

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