Jeff Goldblum: podcast appearances and interviews

Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum, born on October 22, 1952, is an American actor and musician known for his roles in some of the highest-grossing films of all time. He made his film debut in Death Wish in 1974 and gained recognition through early roles in films such as California Split, Nashville, and Annie Hall. Goldblum's career expanded with notable performances in Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Big Chill, and The Fly. He is particularly known for his portrayal of characters in blockbuster franchises, including Ian Malcolm in the Jurassic Park series and David Levinson in the Independence Day films. In recent years, he has appeared as the Grandmaster in Marvel Cinematic Universe films such as Thor: Ragnarok and has taken on roles in the Wicked musical film series as the Wizard of Oz. Goldblum is a frequent collaborator with director Wes Anderson, having starred in films like The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs, and Asteroid City. His work also includes independent films such as Deep Cover, Igby Goes Down, and Adam Resurrected. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film for Little Surprises. In television, Goldblum has appeared in series including Will & Grace, for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award, as well as Friends, Portlandia, and Inside Amy Schumer. He hosted his own series, The World According to Jeff Goldblum, from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, Goldblum has pursued music with his jazz band releasing their first album in 2018.