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Judah Friedlander

American actor and comedian

Judah Friedlander is an American actor and stand-up comedian, known for playing the writer Frank Rossitano on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock. He also played Toby Radloff in the film American Splendor, a role that earned a nomination for best supporting actor at the 2004 Independent Spirit Awards. Early on he was recognised as the hug guy from a Dave Matthews Band music video.

Judah Friedlander appears in 4 films and 1 TV series in The Rerun, from 2000 to 2015. Most of that work is in adventure, comedy and science-fiction.

Known for

  • 30 Rock (2006), Frank Rossitano. He played the writer Frank Rossitano on the NBC sitcom.
  • American Splendor (2003), Toby Radloff. His role earned an Independent Spirit Awards nomination for best supporting actor.
  • The Wrestler (2008). A film credit from his work as an actor.
  • Meet the Parents (2000). A film credit from his work as an actor.

Shows

30 Rock

2006–2020 · Frank Rossitano

Movies

Quick answers

What movies and TV shows has Judah Friedlander been in?
Judah Friedlander appears in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), Epic (2013), The Wrestler (2008), 30 Rock (2006) and Meet the Parents (2000) on The Remote.
When was Judah Friedlander born?
Judah Friedlander was born on 16 March 1969.

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