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Judd Apatow

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About Judd Apatow

Judd Apatow (born December 6, 1967) is an American director, producer, and screenwriter known for his work in comedy films. Born in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York, and raised in Syosset on Long Island, he began performing stand-up comedy at age seventeen and moved to Los Angeles to study in the screenwriting program at the University of Southern California. He is the founder of Apatow Productions, through which he wrote, produced, and directed films including The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Funny People, This Is 40, and Trainwreck. He also developed the television series Freaks and Geeks, Undeclared, Girls, Love, and Crashing, and produced films such as Anchorman, Superbad, Bridesmaids, and The Big Sick. Throughout his career, Apatow has received nominations for eleven Primetime Emmy Awards with three wins, along with Writers Guild of America, Producers Guild of America, Golden Globe, and Grammy nominations.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Judd Apatow do stand-up comedy?

Yes. Judd Apatow began performing stand-up comedy at age seventeen, before moving to Los Angeles to study in the screenwriting program at the University of Southern California.

Which films has Judd Apatow directed?

Through Apatow Productions he wrote, produced and directed films including The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Funny People, This Is 40 and Trainwreck.

Which TV series did Judd Apatow develop?

Judd Apatow developed the television series Freaks and Geeks, Undeclared, Girls, Love and Crashing.

Which films has Judd Apatow produced?

His producing credits include Anchorman, Superbad, Bridesmaids and The Big Sick.

Has Judd Apatow won an Emmy Award?

Yes. Judd Apatow has won Primetime Emmy Awards and has also received Writers Guild of America, Producers Guild of America, Golden Globe and Grammy nominations.

Where is Judd Apatow from?

Judd Apatow was born on December 6, 1967, in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York, and raised in Syosset on Long Island.

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