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Michael Christopher White (born June 28, 1970) is an American writer, actor, producer, and director for television and film, and reality television show contestant. He has won numerous awards, including the Independent Spirit John Cassavetes Award for the 2000 film Chuck & Buck, which he wrote and starred in.[1] He has written the screenplays for films such as School of Rock (2003) and has directed several films that he has written, such as Brad's Status (2017). He was the co-creator, executive producer, writer, director and actor on the HBO series Enlightened.[2] White is also known for his appearances on reality television, competing on two seasons of The Amazing Race and later becoming a contestant and runner-up on Survivor. He created, wrote, and directed the 2021 HBO satire comedy anthology series The White Lotus.
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| Born | Michael Christopher White June 28, 1970 Pasadena, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Wesleyan University |
| Occupation | Actor, writer, producer & director |
| Years active | 1997–present |
Personal life
White was born in Pasadena, California. He attended Polytechnic School and Wesleyan University. White is the son of Lyla Lee (née Loehr), a fundraising executive, and Reverend Dr. James Melville "Mel" White, a former speechwriter and ghostwriter for Religious Right figures such as Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson.[2] White is openly bisexual.[3] His father came out as gay in 1994.[4]
Career
White was a writer and producer on Dawson's Creek and Freaks and Geeks and wrote and acted in the films Chuck & Buck, The Good Girl, Orange County, School of Rock and Nacho Libre. He also had a role in the 2004 remake of The Stepford Wives, and the 2008 film Smother. Chuck & Buck, in which White portrayed a manchild who stalks his childhood friend, was named the best film of 2000 by Entertainment Weekly. In an interview with The New York Times, Jeff Bridges called White's turn in Chuck & Buck "the performance of the decade".[5]
He frequently collaborates with actor–writer Jack Black on films. Together they formed the production company Black and White, which closed in 2006.[6] White is not a fan of classic rock, but he wrote School of Rock specifically so Black could perform his own favorite rock music.[7]
White made his directorial debut with the self-penned Year of the Dog at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival.[citation needed] He was a member of the US Dramatic Jury at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival.
Laura Dern brought White into a project with HBO which became the series Enlightened that premiered on October 10, 2011. Dern's character, Amy Jellicoe, goes to a Hawaiian retreat after her professional life publicly implodes, and is introduced to meditation. White himself had suffered an on-the-job meltdown while running an earlier television series, and incorporated elements of that experience, as well as his own exploration of Buddhist meditation, into the new series' plot.[8] White wrote the pilot and all the episodes in the first and second seasons.[2]
White co-wrote the screenplay for computer-animated film The Emoji Movie, for which he received a Golden Raspberry Award.[9][10] He wrote and directed the 2017 film Brad's Status.
In 2021, White created, wrote, and directed The White Lotus, a satirical limited series for HBO.[11][12]
In February 2022, it was announced White would write two upcoming animated films for Universal Pictures and Illumination: the original comedy Migration, set to be released on June 30, 2023, and the fourth installment in the Despicable Me franchise, set to be released on July 23, 2024.[13]
The Amazing Race
He appeared on the fourteenth season of The Amazing Race along with his father Mel.[14] They lasted for seven legs before being eliminated in sixth place in Phuket, Thailand. Mel and Mike returned to compete in The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business, where they were the second team eliminated in Japan.[15]
Survivor
White was a contestant on Survivor: David vs. Goliath, as a member of the Goliath tribe, then to reshuffled Jabeni tribe and the merged Kalokalo tribe.[16] He made it to Day 39 and received three jury votes, finishing in second place behind the winner Nick Wilson.
White said he had been a big fan of the show, and because of his connections had developed a friendship with the show's host Jeff Probst, providing the host suggestions towards improving the show. For instance, Probst stated that it was White who discouraged him from bringing back Redemption Island for Survivor: San Juan del Sur.[17] At some point White decided to start trying out to be a participant of the show, but he failed to be picked over what he believed was a concern of having "sloppy seconds" from other reality television programs. White noted that once he was selected, he had had no other conversations with Probst until the game was concluded.[18]
Filmography
Films
| Title | Year | Director | Writer | Producer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dead Man on Campus | 1998 | No | Yes | No | |
| Chuck & Buck | 2000 | No | Yes | No | |
| Orange County | 2002 | No | Yes | No | |
| The Good Girl | 2002 | No | Yes | No | |
| School of Rock | 2003 | No | Yes | No | |
| Nacho Libre | 2006 | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Year of the Dog | 2007 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Directorial debut |
| The Hills with James Franco and Mila Kunis | 2007 | No | No | Yes | Short film |
| Gentlemen Broncos | 2009 | No | No | Yes | |
| Magic Magic | 2013 | No | No | Yes | |
| The D Train | 2015 | No | No | Yes | |
| Beatriz at Dinner | 2017 | No | Yes | No | |
| The Emoji Movie | 2017 | No | Yes | No | |
| Brad's Status | 2017 | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Pitch Perfect 3 | 2017 | No | Yes | No | |
| The One and Only Ivan | 2020 | No | Yes | No | |
| Migration | 2023 | No | Yes | No | |
| Despicable Me 4 | 2024 | No | Yes | No |
Acting credits
| Title | Year | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Maps | 1997 | Carmel County Writer | |
| Chuck & Buck | 2000 | Buck O'Brien | |
| Orange County | 2002 | Mr. Burke | |
| The Good Girl | 2002 | Corny | |
| School of Rock | 2003 | Ned Schneebly | |
| The Stepford Wives | 2004 | Hank | |
| Are You the Favorite Person of Anybody? | 2005 | Respondent | Short film |
| Welcome to California | 2005 | John Goodman | |
| Smother | 2008 | Myron Stubbs | |
| Gentlemen Broncos | 2009 | Dusty | |
| Zombieland | 2009 | Gas Station Clerk | |
| Ride | 2014 | Roger | |
| The D Train | 2015 | Jerry | |
| Brad's Status | 2017 | Nick Pascale | |
| The One and Only Ivan | 2020 | Frankie (voice) / Passing Driver | Also writer |
Television
| Title | Year(s) | Director | Writer | Producer | Creator | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson's Creek | 1998–1999 | No | Yes | Supervising | No | Wrote 9 episodes / Produced 22 episodes |
| Freaks and Geeks | 2000 | No | Yes | Supervising | No | Wrote 3 episodes / Produced 17 episodes |
| Pasadena | 2001–2002 | No | Yes | Executive | Yes | Created and produced 13 episodes / Wrote 6 episodes. |
| Cracking Up | 2004–2006 | No | Yes | Executive | Yes | Created and produced 12 episodes / Wrote episode: "The Fixer" |
| Earth to America | 2005 | No | Yes | No | No | Television special |
| Enlightened | 2011–2013 | Yes | Yes | Executive | Yes | Created, wrote and produced 18 episodes / Directed 6 episodes |
| The Boring Life of Jacqueline | 2012 | No | No | Executive | No | 10 episodes |
| Mamma Dallas | 2016 | Yes | Yes | Executive | No | Television pilot |
| School of Rock | 2016 | No | Yes | No | No | Episode: "Come Together" / Also wrote original theatrical film |
| The White Lotus | 2021 | Yes | Yes | Executive | Yes | Anthology series |
Acting credits
| Title | Year(s) | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freaks and Geeks | 2000 | Chip Kelly | Episode: "Kim Kelly Is My Friend" |
| Undeclared | 2001 | Pet Store Employee | Episode: "Eric Visits" |
| Pushing Daisies | 2007 | Billy Balsam | Episode: "Bitter Sweets" |
| Enlightened | 2011–2013 | Tyler | 15 episodes |
| Mamma Dallas | 2016 | Himself | Television pilot |
Non-acting credits
| Title | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan | 2007 | Dog Owner |
| The Amazing Race 14 | 2009 | 6th Place |
| The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business | 2011 | 10th Place |
| Survivor: David vs. Goliath | 2018 | Runner-up |
Awards and nominations
- Nominated – Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards (Critics Choice Award) for Best Song: School of Rock
- Deauville Film Festival (Acting Prize): Chuck & Buck
- Independent Spirit Award for Best Feature - Under $500,000: Chuck & Buck
- Independent Spirit Award for Best Screenplay: The Good Girl
- Las Vegas Film Critics Society Awards (Sierra Award) for Best Song: School of Rock
- Nominated – Golden Satellite Award for Best Screenplay, Original: The Good Girl
- Seattle International Film Festival (New American Cinema Award) for Best Writer: Chuck & Buck
- Golden Raspberry Award (Razzie Award for Worst Screenplay): The Emoji Movie
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series, Movie, or Dramatic Special: The White Lotus
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Limited Series, Movie, or Dramatic Special: The White Lotus
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series: The White Lotus
References
- Chocano, Carina (October 7, 2011). "Stuff Mike White Likes". The New York Times. Retrieved November 23, 2011.
- "HBO's 'Enlightened' Take On Modern Meditation", Fresh Air interview with Dern and White on NPR, October 10, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
- Ferer, Lawrence (March 2, 2012). "White out: writer-producer Mike White comes out and discusses the gay subtext in his new comedy, Orange County". The Advocate. Archived from the original on November 8, 2004. Retrieved November 23, 2011.
- Steve Inskeep. "Religion, Politics a Potent Mix for Jerry Falwell", NPR, June 30, 2006.
- "The Best Performances of the Decade". The New York Times. February 17, 2010. Retrieved February 19, 2013.
- "Jack Black to Produce in College Football, Big Paydays for Humiliation". Movieweb.com. October 6, 2006. Retrieved November 23, 2011.
- "Mike White Goes to the 'Dog'". Fresh Air from WHYY. NPR. Retrieved November 23, 2011.
- Bennett, Laura (January 17, 2013). "An 'Enlightened' Mike White Wants to Change TV". The New Republic. Retrieved January 23, 2013.
- Buchanan, Kyle (September 13, 2017). "Everyone in Hollywood Is Envious. Mike White Is Willing to Talk About It". Vulture. Retrieved December 13, 2018.
- McNary, Dave (March 3, 2018). "'The Emoji Movie' Wins Razzies' Worst Movie Award". Variety. Retrieved December 13, 2018.
- White, Peter (October 19, 2020). "'Enlightened's Mike White Sets Limited Social Satire 'The White Lotus' At HBO With Connie Britton, Natasha Rothwell & Sydney Sweeney Among Cast". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
- "New HBO Limited Series THE WHITE LOTUS From Mike White Debuts July 11". WarnerMedia. May 10, 2021. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
- Grobar, Matt (February 18, 2022). "Illumination & Universal Set Dates For Animated Films 'Migration' And 'Despicable Me 4'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 18, 2022.
- "Mel and Mike: Amazing Race". CBS. Retrieved January 26, 2009.
- Olmstead, Kasey (November 22, 2010). "The Amazing Race 18: All Stars! (Spoilers)". Archived from the original on December 6, 2010. Retrieved November 23, 2011.
- Ross, Dalton (September 13, 2018). "'Survivor': Filmmaker Mike White, Wrestler John Hennigan to Compete on Season 37". The Hollywood Reporter.
- Ross, Dalton (September 13, 2018). "Mike White takes credit for killing Redemption Island on 'Survivor'". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved March 21, 2020.
- Schneider, Michael (September 26, 2018). "Mike White Found Enlightenment by Competing on 'Survivor' — Where Even His Agent Couldn't Find Him". Indiewire. Retrieved October 23, 2018.
External links
- Hirschmann, Lisa (May 28, 2003). "Renowned Alumnus White To Address Graduates of the Class of 2003". The Paw Print. Pasadena: Polytechnic School. Archived from the original on December 22, 2003. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- Mike White at IMDb
- July 2000 article about White from The Village Voice
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[de] Mike White
Michael White (* 28. Juni 1970 in Pasadena, Kalifornien) ist ein US-amerikanischer Schauspieler, Drehbuchautor sowie Film- und Fernsehproduzent.- [en] Mike White (filmmaker)
[es] Mike White
Michael Christopher "Mike" White (28 de junio de 1970 en Pasadena, California) es un actor, director, escritor y productor de cine y televisión estadounidense. Ganó el premio "Independent Spirit John Cassavetes" por la película Chuck & Buck.[1] Fue productor ejecutivo, actor, director y uno de los creadores de la serie de HBO Enlightened. Frecuentemente realiza colaboraciones con el actor Jack Black. Juntos fundaron la productora Black and White, la cual cerró en el 2006.[2] White no es un fanático del rock clásico, pero escribió Escuela de rock específicamente para que Jack Black pudiera tocar su música favorita en la película.[3][ru] Уайт, Майк
Майкл Кри́стофер Уайт (англ. Michael Christopher White; род. 28 июня 1970) — американский сценарист, актёр, продюсер и режиссёр.Другой контент может иметь иную лицензию. Перед использованием материалов сайта WikiSort.org внимательно изучите правила лицензирования конкретных элементов наполнения сайта.
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