Quick Info
| Profession | Television host, comedian, actor, political commentator |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/01/1956 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
Latest News about Bill Maher
28/06/2026
Bill Maher was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center. The award recognized his long-running career in political satire and television, and the ceremony came amid wider controversy over the institution's leadership and direction.
26/03/2026
The Kennedy Center confirmed that Bill Maher will receive the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor after an earlier White House denial had called reports of the honor fake news. The award gala was scheduled for June 28, with Netflix later set to stream the event.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | William Maher Jr. |
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| Also Known As | Bill Maher |
| Notable For | Political satire and acerbic political commentary |
Educational Qualification(s)
| University | Cornell University |
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| Degree | B.A. in English and History |
| Graduation Year | 1978 |
Personal Life
| Religion | Atheist |
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| Parents | Jewish mother and Catholic father |
Career
| Stand-Up Comedy | Began career as a stand-up comedian | ||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/billmaher/ | |
| https://x.com/billmaher |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Received the Richard Dawkins Award from Atheist Alliance International in 2009 | |
| 2. Received the President's Award for championing free speech from the Los Angeles Press Club in 2002 | |
| 3. Is of Jewish descent | |
| 4. Raised in River Vale, New Jersey | |
| 5. Father was a radio announcer and network news editor | |
| 6. Mother was a nurse |