Anthony Michael Hall

Born on April 14, 1968, Anthony Michael Hall is a talented American actor who has made quite an impact in Hollywood over the years. Though best known for his leading role as Johnny Smith in the television series "The Dead Zone" (2002-2007), it was his collaboration with filmmaker John Hughes that catapulted him into teen movie fame.

Hall starred in a series of classic 80s coming-of-age films, including "Sixteen Candles," "The Breakfast Club," and "Weird Science." Recognized for his geek persona, Hall made a conscious effort to diversify his roles, transitioning from these memorable teen characters. He joined the cast of "Saturday Night Live" (1985-1986) and went on to star in films such as "Out of Bounds" (1986), "Johnny Be Good" (1988), "Edward Scissorhands" (1990), and "Six Degrees of Separation" (1993).

Though Hall experienced a string of minor roles in the 1990s, his career continued to flourish with notable performances. He portrayed Microsoft's Bill Gates in the 1999 television film "Pirates of Silicon Valley," starred in the 2001 comedy "Freddy Got Fingered," and maintained a leading role in "The Dead Zone." In 2008, he made a brief appearance in Christopher Nolan's hit film "The Dark Knight."

In more recent years, Hall has remained active in the industry with appearances on television shows like ABC's "The Goldbergs" (2020) and a starring role in the 2021 slasher film "Halloween Kills." Through his long-spanning career, Anthony Michael Hall has shown a remarkable ability to adapt and evolve, proving himself as a versatile actor in Hollywood.