Sacha Baron Cohen
Sacha Baron Cohen
- Full name: Sacha Noam Baron Cohen
- Date of birth: October 13, 1971
- Place of birth: London, England
- Occupation: Actor, comedian, writer, producer
- Known for: His satirical characters, including Ali G, Borat, Brüno, and The Dictator
- Awards: Two Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a BAFTA Award
Sacha Baron Cohen is a British actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is known for his satirical characters, including Ali G, Borat, Brüno, and The Dictator. Cohen's work has been praised for its humor, originality, and social commentary. However, he has also been criticized for his use of offensive language and his portrayal of certain ethnic groups.
Cohen was born in London, England, to Jewish parents. He studied history at the University of Cambridge and then worked as a model and a television presenter. In 1998, he created the character of Ali G, a fictional British rapper with a thick accent and a penchant for using slang. Ali G became a popular character on British television and Cohen went on to develop other characters, including Borat, Brüno, and The Dictator.
Cohen's films have been both critical and commercial successes. Borat (2006) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and grossed over $260 million worldwide. Brüno (2009) grossed over $130 million worldwide and The Dictator (2012) grossed over $179 million worldwide.
Cohen has also released several television shows, including Da Ali G Show (2000-2004), Curb Your Enthusiasm (2005), and Who Is America? (2018). He has won two Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a BAFTA Award.
Cohen is a controversial figure, but he is also one of the most successful and influential comedians of his generation. His work has been praised for its humor, originality, and social commentary. However, he has also been criticized for his use of offensive language and his portrayal of certain ethnic groups.
