James Lipton


About

Also Known As
Sir James Lipton
Birth Place
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Born
September 19, 1926

Biography

James Lipton drew out compelling, deeply personal, and inspirational stories from the biggest names in show business to benefit aspiring actors and filmmakers. Lipton began his entertainment career as a student of the performing arts, and his deep passion and innate talent eventually brought him to the forefront of any project he undertook, from the bright lights of Broadway to the hecti...

Biography

James Lipton drew out compelling, deeply personal, and inspirational stories from the biggest names in show business to benefit aspiring actors and filmmakers. Lipton began his entertainment career as a student of the performing arts, and his deep passion and innate talent eventually brought him to the forefront of any project he undertook, from the bright lights of Broadway to the hectic schedule of daytime television. Lipton further propelled his career as a television producer responsible for Bob Hope's star-studded birthday specials, "Jimmy Carter's Inaugural Gala" (CBS, 1977), and the critically acclaimed talk show "Inside the Actors Studio" (Bravo, 1994- ). Lipton created the series based around a graduate-level acting program he founded in New York City. "Inside the Actors Studio" featured Lipton's interviews with the most prominent figures in entertainment and included a Q&A portion with the student audience. The hit series even garnered a hilarious "Saturday Night Live" (NBC, 1975- ) spoof with Will Ferrell's deadpan impersonation of the stoic host. Yet with all the hoopla surrounding the long-running show, "Inside the Actors Studio" was Lipton's master class in entertainment and a lasting gift from a true industry trailblazer.

Filmography

 

Cast (Feature Film)

Plimpton! (2012)
Himself
Bolt (2008)
Igor (2008)
Bewitched (2005)
Himself
Bewitched (2005)
Self

Writer (Feature Film)

Copacabana (1985)
From Story
Mirrors (1985)
Screenplay
Copacabana (1985)
Screenplay

Producer (Feature Film)

Mirrors (1985)
Producer

Music (Feature Film)

Mirrors (1985)
Theme Lyrics

Misc. Crew (Feature Film)

Mirrors (1985)
Source Material (From Novel)

Cast (Special)

The Concert For New York City (2001)
Inside the Actors Studio 100th Guest Celebration (2001)
Host

Writer (Special)

Ooh-La-La -- It's Bob Hope's Fun Birthday Spectacular From Paris' Bicentennial (1989)
Writer
Bob Hope's High-Flying Birthday (1986)
Writer
Bob Hope's Happy Birthday Homecoming (1985)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's Super Birthday Special (1984)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1983)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Birthday at Annapolis (1982)
Writer
Loretta Lynn in the Big Apple (1982)
Writer
Loretta Lynn: The Lady... The Legend (1981)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Comedy Birthday Party at West Point (1981)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1978)
Writer

Producer (Special)

Ooh-La-La -- It's Bob Hope's Fun Birthday Spectacular From Paris' Bicentennial (1989)
Executive Producer
Happy Birthday, Bob -- 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years With NBC (1988)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope's High-Flying Birthday Extravaganza (1987)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope's High-Flying Birthday (1986)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's Super Birthday Special (1984)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1983)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Birthday at Annapolis (1982)
Producer
Loretta Lynn in the Big Apple (1982)
Executive Producer
Loretta Lynn: The Lady... The Legend (1981)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Comedy Birthday Party at West Point (1981)
Executive Producer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1978)
Executive Producer

Music (Special)

Happy Birthday, Bob -- 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years With NBC (1988)
Music
Happy Birthday, Bob -- 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years With NBC (1988)
Song
Bob Hope's High-Flying Birthday Extravaganza (1987)
Lyrics ("Wings")

Special Thanks (Special)

Ooh-La-La -- It's Bob Hope's Fun Birthday Spectacular From Paris' Bicentennial (1989)
Writer
Bob Hope's High-Flying Birthday (1986)
Writer
Bob Hope's Happy Birthday Homecoming (1985)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's Super Birthday Special (1984)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1983)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Birthday at Annapolis (1982)
Writer
Loretta Lynn in the Big Apple (1982)
Writer
Loretta Lynn: The Lady... The Legend (1981)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Bob Hope's All-Star Comedy Birthday Party at West Point (1981)
Writer
Bob Hope Special: Happy Birthday, Bob! (1978)
Writer

Life Events

Bibliography