Seann William Scott

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Seann William Scott (born October 3, 1976) is an American actor. He is best known for portraying Steve Stifler in the "American Pie" trio of teen comedies. He played Bo Duke in the film adaptation of "The Dukes of Hazzard" and has also voice acted in films such as the computer animated ', and the sequel '.

Biography

Early life

Scott, the youngest of seven (both of his parents had three children from previous marriages), was born in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, the son of Patricia Ann (née Simons), a homemaker, and William Frank Scott, a factory worker. [ [http://www.filmreference.com/film/32/Seann-William-Scott.html Seann William Scott Biography (1976?-) ] ] He was inspired to become an actor while working at the local movie theater and seeing all the movies he could watch free. He graduated from Crestview elementary. After his graduation from Park High School, Scott moved to Los Angeles, where he was "discovered" in a talent search competition. His first professional gig was on television in the music video for "Hole in my Soul" by Aerosmith. Soon he appeared in "Chad's World", a gay-themed TV show broadcast on the Web by the short-lived Digital Entertainment Network.

Career

Scott's first commercial success came with the 1999 movie "American Pie" as the bully Steve Stifler, a role he reprised in two sequels and one that brought him to public notice. Though the character of "Steve Stifler" propelled Scott into the public consciousness, the actor has mentioned in a variety of interviews his fear of typecasting, which has led to him towards a variety of later rules post-"American Pie", such as hapless nerd role in the film "Final Destination" and a harmless stoner character in "Dude, Where's My Car?" alongside his real-life best friend, Ashton Kutcher.

Scott has also made an appearance in Kevin Smith's "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" as a guitar playing animal rights activist and has a starring part as a police officer in "Southland Tales", where he re-unites with fellow actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Scott hosted the MTV Movie Awards 2003 alongside Justin Timberlake. The two performed several skits, including scenes from "The Matrix Reloaded". This was very popular and even featured on "The Matrix Reloaded" DVD. He has also hosted "Saturday Night Live" and appeared as a guest co-host on "Live with Regis and Kelly".

Filmography

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