Cooper Hoffman facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cooper Hoffman
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| Born | 2003 (age 21–22) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2021–present |
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| Relatives | Gordy Hoffman (uncle) |
Cooper Hoffman, born in 2003, is an American actor. He is the son of the famous actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. Cooper started his acting career with a main role in the movie Licorice Pizza in 2021. This film was about growing up. Later, he played Dick Ebersol in the comedy-drama Saturday Night in 2024.
Early Life
Cooper Hoffman is the son of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman and costume designer Mimi O'Donnell.
Acting Career
Cooper Hoffman made his first movie appearance in Licorice Pizza (2021). This film was written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Paul Thomas Anderson often worked with Cooper's late father. Cooper's acting in the movie was highly praised. He was even nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical and Comedy.
In 2023, Cooper acted in a movie called Wildcat. This film was about the writer Flannery O'Connor. It was directed by Ethan Hawke. The movie first showed at the 50th Telluride Film Festival. In 2024, Hoffman played Dick Ebersol in the movie Saturday Night. This film was a comedy-drama based on real events.
Film Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2021 | Licorice Pizza | Gary Valentine | |
| 2023 | Wildcat | Manley Pointer | |
| 2024 | Old Guy | Wihlborg | |
| Saturday Night | Dick Ebersol | ||
| 2025 | The Long Walk | TBA | Post-production |
| TBA | I Want Your ... | Elliot | Post-production |
| TBA | Poetic License | TBA | Filming |
Awards and Nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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National Board of Review Awards | Breakthrough Performance | Licorice Pizza | Won | |
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Critics' Choice Movie Awards | Best Young Performer | Nominated | ||
| Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Cooper Hoffman para niños
