Paul Walter Hauser facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Paul Walter Hauser
Hauser in 2021
Born	(1986-10-15) 15 October 1986 (age 38) Michigan, U.S.
Other names	Paul Hauser
Occupation	Actor
Years active	2005–present
Spouse(s)	Amy Elizabeth Boland ​ (m. 2020)​
Children	1

Paul Walter Hauser, born on October 15, 1986, is an American actor. He is well-known for playing interesting characters in movies and TV shows. He won a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for his role as Larry Hall in the 2022 TV series Black Bird.

He also played Stingray in the popular Netflix series Cobra Kai. A big moment in his career was when he starred as the main character, Richard Jewell, in Clint Eastwood's movie Richard Jewell in 2019. Paul has also lent his voice to characters, like Embarrassment in Pixar's Inside Out 2. Besides acting, he is also a professional wrestler and is signed with Major League Wrestling.

Early Life and School

Paul Walter Hauser grew up in Saginaw, Michigan. His parents are Deborah and Rev. Paul Hauser, who is a Lutheran minister.

He went to Valley Lutheran High School, which is a private school in Saginaw. After high school, he attended Concordia University Chicago. However, he decided to leave college to follow his dream of working in entertainment.

Paul's Acting Journey

Starting Out in Movies and TV

Paul Walter Hauser began his acting career with small roles. He played Shawn Eckhardt in the 2017 movie I, Tonya. Before that, he was Dale in the 2010 film Virginia. He also appeared as Keith in the TV series Kingdom.

He was first cast as an extra in Virginia. The director, Dustin Lance Black, was impressed by Paul and wrote a bigger part for him in the movie.

Memorable Roles and Shows

Paul had a recurring role as Deshawn in the Amazon web series Betas. In 2018, he appeared in Super Troopers 2 as Lonnie Laloush and as Ivanhoe in BlacKkKlansman. He has also been a guest star on many TV shows. These include Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Night Shift, Superstore, Key & Peele, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Community.

In 2019, he starred in Clint Eastwood's movie Richard Jewell. He played the real-life security guard, Richard Jewell, who found a bomb at the Centennial Olympic Park bombing. In 2020, he was in Songbird.

Playing Horace and Stingray

In 2021, Paul Hauser played Horace Badun in the movie Cruella. This was a Disney film that tells the story before One Hundred and One Dalmatians.

Hauser also became very popular for his role as Raymond Porter, known as Stingray, in Cobra Kai. He was a recurring character in Season 2 and a major character in Seasons 4 and 5.

Critically Acclaimed Performances

While Paul is known for his funny roles, he received a lot of praise for playing the character Larry Hall in the 2022 Apple TV+ series Black Bird. This series was based on a true story. Critics said his performance was very powerful and unforgettable.

In 2024, he voiced The Dark in the DreamWorks Animation film Orion and the Dark. He also voiced Embarrassment in the Pixar film Inside Out 2.

Upcoming Projects

Paul Hauser has many exciting projects coming up. He is set to appear in the drama Fruitcake and will play the lead role in a movie about actor-comedian Chris Farley. He is also part of a new The Naked Gun movie. Fans can look forward to seeing him in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film The Fantastic Four: First Steps in 2025. He will also play Mike Batlan in a movie about Bruce Springsteen called Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere. In 2024, he starred in The Luckiest Man in America, playing Michael Larson, a game show contestant.

Other Work

In 2022, Paul Hauser started a music career as a rapper under the name Signet Ringer. He released his first music collection, called Murder for Higher, on July 8, 2022.

Professional Wrestling Career

Paul Hauser made his debut in professional wrestling in November 2023. He won his first match against Matthew Palmer. In March 2024, he defeated Matt Cardona in another match.

He has also made appearances for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and other independent wrestling events. In May 2024, he officially signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW). He faced Danhausen in June 2024. In February 2025, he debuted with Defy Wrestling in Seattle, winning a street fight against Joey Janela.

Paul Walter Hauser won his first wrestling title, the PROGRESS Wrestling Proteus Title, on April 17, 2025. He won a five-way match against the champion Simon Miller and other wrestlers. In July 2025, he proudly wore his PROGRESS Proteus Title belt to the premiere of The Fantastic Four: First Steps movie in Los Angeles.

Personal Life

Paul Hauser married Amy Elizabeth Boland on July 23, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. They have one son together.

Paul is a Christian. He and his wife Amy shared their story in a video series for a Christian online movement called I Am Second.

Film and Television Roles

Paul Walter Hauser has been in many films and television shows. Here are some of his notable roles:

Film

Television

Awards and Recognition

Paul Walter Hauser has won several awards for his acting:

Wrestling Achievements

• PROGRESS Wrestling Proteus Championship (1 time, current)

See also

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