Adam Shankman

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Job Title

Actor, Director, Producer, Music, Consultants & Advisors, Choreographer, Other

Born

November 27, 1964

Career Milestones

2012

Directed Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin, and Julianne Hough in the feature adaptation of the stage musical "Rock of Ages"; also produced and choreographed

2007

Helmed the all-star cast remake of the Broadway musical "Hairspray"'; also choreographed and made a cameo as a talent agent

2005

Produced and directed the comedy "The Pacifier," starring Vin Diesel

2001

Feature directorial debut, "The Wedding Planner" starring Jennifer Lopez

1998

Made directorial debut with the short film "Cosmo's Tale"

1992

Feature choreography debut, "The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag"

1989

Began career as a professional choreographer

1983

Acted in "The Wind in the Willows" and "The Red Shoes"

Awards

2010

Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography in The 82nd Annual Academy Awards

2010

Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program in The 82nd Annual Academy Awards