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Tim Allen

Actor

Tim Allen

  • Born: 13 June 1953, Denver, Colorado, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $100 million

Tim Allen is a celebrated American actor and comedian, best known for his roles in sitcoms and family films. He gained fame through his lead role in the series 'Home Improvement' and voiced Buzz Lightyear in the 'Toy Story' franchise. Renowned for his…

About Tim Allen

Tim Allen is a celebrated American actor and comedian, best known for his roles in sitcoms and family films. He gained fame through his lead role in the series 'Home Improvement' and voiced Buzz Lightyear in the 'Toy Story' franchise. Renowned for his distinctive voice and comedic timing, Allen has established a successful career spanning decades, appealing to both adults and children.

Born
13 June 1953, Denver, Colorado, USA
Height
5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Spouses
Jane Hajduk (2006-present)
Children
2 (Katherine Allen, Elizabeth Allen)
Parents
George Allen, Martha Allen
Estimated net worth
$100 million

Fun facts about Tim Allen

  • Tim Allen was a stand-up comedian before transitioning to acting, which helped shape his comedic style.
  • He has published a memoir titled 'Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man' that became a bestseller.

Famous Tim Allen quotes

“To infinity and beyond!”
Toy Story, 1995
“Oh, I love it. I love it.”
Home Improvement, 1991
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.”
Elf, 2003

Tim Allen filmography

Cast (120)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Toy Story 5 MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)8.3
2026Toy Story: 30 Years and Beyond - A Special Edition of 20/20 MovieSelf
2026Fool Time MovieTim Taylor (archival footage)
2025Shifting Gears TVMatt Parker6.6
2024The D-Con Chamber TVSelf
2023Bye Bye Barry MovieSelf7.8
2023Disney 100: Remember That MovieSelf10.0
2023Tom Hanks: The Nomad MovieSelf (archive footage)5.5
2022The Santa Clauses TVScott Calvin / Santa Claus7.1
2022More Power TVSelf - Host6.0
Show 110 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2022Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear MovieSelf / Buzz Lightyear (archive footage)7.0
2022Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute MovieSelf4.9
2021Assembly Required TVSelf - Host6.1
2020The Comedy Store TVSelf7.6
2020VOMO: Vote or Miss Out MovieSelf10.0
2020Reno 911! TVSpace Force Commander8.6
2019Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary MovieSelf7.4
2019No Safe Spaces MovieSelf7.0
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019Toy Story 4 MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.5
2018Ralph Breaks the Internet MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.2
2017El Camino Christmas MovieLarry Michael Roth5.5
2017Steve TVSelf6.0
2016The Atheist Delusion MovieSelf (archive footage)1.9
2015Toy Story at 20: To Infinity and Beyond MovieSelf7.2
2015Jay Leno's Garage TVSelf7.3
2014Toy Story That Time Forgot MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.1
2014Cristela TVMike Baxter6.6
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf - Guest5.8
2013Comic Relief Zero MovieSelf (archive footage)4.7
2013Toy Story of Terror! MovieBuzz Lightyear (Voice)7.3
20133 Geezers! MovieTim3.9
2013Norm Macdonald Live TVSelf8.1
2012The Penguin King MovieNarrator (US Version) (voice)7.0
2012Partysaurus Rex MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.2
2012Steve Harvey TVSelf7.0
2012Chimpanzee MovieSelf - Narrator (voice)6.9
2011Small Fry MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)6.8
2011Last Man Standing TVMike Baxter7.2
2011Hawaiian Vacation MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.0
2011Pixar 25 Magic Moments MovieSelf5.3
2010Top Gear TVUnknown character6.1
2010Toy Story 3 MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.8
2010Buzz Lightyear Mission Logs TVBuzz Lightyear (voice)
2010I Am Comic MovieSelf6.2
2010Crazy on the Outside MovieTommy5.3
2009Just for Laughs: Launching Pad MovieSelf
2009The Jay Leno Show TVSelf - Guest3.3
2009The Six Wives of Henry Lefay MovieHenry Lefay5.2
2008Shatner's Raw Nerve TVSelf4.0
2008The Bonnie Hunt Show TVSelf4.4
2008Redbelt MovieChet Frank6.4
2007The Pixar Story MovieSelf - Buzz Lightyear7.5
2007Fired! MovieSelf5.7
2007Wild Hogs MovieDoug Madsen6.0
2006The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause MovieSanta / Scott Calvin5.6
2006Kings of Comedy USA MovieSelf (archive footage)6.8
2006Rachael Ray TVUnknown character5.1
2006Zoom MovieJack Sheppard / Zoom5.3
2006Cars MovieBuzz Lightyear Car (voice)7.1
2006World's Greatest Stand Up: Volume One Movieself
2006The Shaggy Dog MovieDave Douglas4.9
2005The Reichen Show TVSelf4.8
2004Christmas with the Kranks MovieLuther Krank6.2
2004Jimmy Neutron: Win, Lose and Kaboom! MovieMeldar Prime (voice)7.0
2003Christmas from Hollywood MovieSelf (archive footage)6.0
2003The Ellen DeGeneres Show TVSelf5.6
2003Comedy Knockouts MovieSelf (archive footage)6.0
2003ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf8.0
2003The Very Best of America's Funniest Comedians MovieSelf (archive footage)
2003Tim Allen Presents: A User's Guide to Home Improvement MovieSelf / Tim Taylor8.0
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
2002The Santa Clause 2 MovieScott Calvin / Santa / Toy Santa6.0
2002Big Trouble MovieEliot Arnold6.1
2001Joe Somebody MovieJoe Scheffer5.7
2001Who Is Cletis Tout? MovieCritical Jim5.9
2001Primetime Glick TVUnknown character7.2
2001Laughing Out Loud: America's Funniest Comedians MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2000The Beatles Revolution MovieSelf
2000Buzz Lightyear of Star Command: The Adventure Begins MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)6.4
1999Galaxy Quest MovieJason Nesmith7.1
1999The Early Show TVSelf6.2
1999Toy Story 2 MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.6
1999Teen Choice Awards TVSelf9.1
1997For Richer or Poorer MovieBrad Sexton6.0
1997The Wonderful World of Disney TVUnknown character6.9
1997The View TVSelf4.3
1997The View TVSelf - Guest4.3
1997Soul Man TVTim Taylor6.4
1997Jungle 2 Jungle MovieMichael Cromwell5.4
1997Meet Wally Sparks MovieTim Allen4.7
1996The Story Behind 'Toy Story' MovieSelf7.5
1996Spin City TVRags (voice)7.0
1996E! True Hollywood Story TVUnknown character8.1
1996The Rosie O'Donnell Show TVSelf - Guest4.1
1995The Making of Toy Story MovieSelf6.3
1995Toy Story MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)8.0
1995The Drew Carey Show TVTim Allen (uncredited)6.5
1994The Santa Clause MovieScott Calvin6.5
1993Politically Incorrect TVUnknown character5.9
1992The Larry Sanders Show TVTim Allen7.8
1992The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TVSelf - Guest5.3
1992The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TVUnknown character5.3
1991Tim Allen: Rewires America MovieSelf6.7
1991Hot Country Nights TVSelf8.0
1991Home Improvement TVTim Taylor7.4
1990Tim Allen: Men Are Pigs MovieSelf6.5
1989Rodney Dangerfield: Opening Night at Rodney's Place MovieSelf7.5
1988LIVE with Kelly and Mark TVSelf - Guest5.6
1988Comedy's Dirtiest Dozen MovieSelf5.9
1988Tropical Snow MovieBaggage Handler4.0
1988What Do You Say to a Naked Lady? MovieSelf10.0
1984Jeopardy! TVSelf - Clue Presenter6.9
1981Wetten, dass..? TVSelf5.6
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson TVSelf7.6
1953The Oscars TVBuzz Lightyear (voice)7.1
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
1952Today TVSelf5.6
1944Golden Globe Awards TVSelf7.0
TBAToy Story 6 MovieBuzz Lightyear (voice)

Crew (11)

YearTitleRoleRating
2025Shifting Gears TVExecutive Producer · Production6.6
2022The Santa Clauses TVExecutive Producer · Production7.1
2022More Power TVCreator · Creator6.0
2011Last Man Standing TVDirector · Directing7.2
2011Last Man Standing TVExecutive Producer · Production7.2
Show 6 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2010Crazy on the Outside MovieDirector · Directing5.3
2006The Shaggy Dog MovieProducer · Production4.9
1991Tim Allen: Rewires America MovieWriter · Writing6.7
1991Home Improvement TVDirector · Directing7.4
1991Home Improvement TVExecutive Consultant · Production7.4
1990Tim Allen: Men Are Pigs MovieWriter · Writing6.5

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Questions about Tim Allen

What are some of Tim Allen's most successful films?

Tim Allen's most successful films include the 'Toy Story' series, 'The Santa Clause' trilogy, and 'Galaxy Quest.' Each of these films has received critical acclaim and commercial success.

Has Tim Allen won any major awards?

Tim Allen has won a Golden Globe Award for his role in 'Home Improvement' and received several Emmy nominations. He has also been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

What was Tim Allen's first film role?

Tim Allen's first film role was in the 1994 film 'The Santa Clause.' This role established him as a leading actor in family films.

How did Tim Allen start his career?

Tim Allen began his career as a stand-up comedian in the late 1970s, performing in clubs before landing his breakthrough role in 'Home Improvement' in 1991.

What is Tim Allen's estimated net worth?

Tim Allen's estimated net worth is around $100 million, largely due to his successful television and film career, as well as voice work.

How many children does Tim Allen have?

Tim Allen has two daughters, Katherine and Elizabeth, from his marriage to Jane Hajduk, and he is also a father figure to his first wife's children.

What character does Tim Allen voice in the 'Toy Story' series?

Tim Allen voices Buzz Lightyear, the iconic space ranger toy, in the 'Toy Story' series, contributing to its popularity and success.

What is Tim Allen known for in his acting style?

Tim Allen is known for his distinctive voice and comedic timing, often portraying relatable characters that resonate with family audiences.