Christopher Walken is an American actor, director and writer born on March 31, 1943 in New York City. He began his acting career in the early 1950s as a child actor, appearing in numerous stage productions and television shows.

Walken is known for his distinctive voice, intense screen presence, and his distinctive acting style. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in over 100 movies and TV shows, including The Deer Hunter, Annie Hall, Pulp Fiction, and Catch Me If You Can.

In addition to his work in film and television, Walken is also active as a director and screenwriter. He directed and wrote the movie Popcorn Shrimp and has written and directed several short films. Walken has won numerous awards for his performance, including an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Deer Hunter. He has also won a BAFTA Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and his two Primetime Emmy Awards.

Despite his success, Walken remains a private person and rarely discusses his personal life in interviews.