Born on April 25, 1964, in Queens, New York, he is a versatile actor and voice artist renowned for his work on "The Simpsons," where he voiced numerous characters including Moe Szyslak and Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. He studied drama at Tufts University and trained at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Beyond animation, he has appeared in films like "The Birdcage" and "Godzilla" and TV shows such as "Ray Donovan" and "Brockmire." His work has earned him multiple Emmy Awards.