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David Schwimmer Movies and TV Shows

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Best known for playing Ross Geller in Friends (1994–2004), Captain Herbert Sobel in Band of Brothers (2001), and Robert Kardashian in American Crime Story (2016). He also voiced Melman in the Madagascar films.

  • Active 1990–present
  • 12 credits

Films

  • Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most WantedMelman (voice)2012
  • Madagascar: Escape 2 AfricaMelman (voice)2008
  • MadagascarMelman (voice)2005
  • Love & SexEli2000
  • Six Days Seven NightsFrank1998
  • Apt PupilBen1998
  • The PallbearerTom1996

TV shows

  • IntelligenceJerry2020–2021
  • American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. SimpsonRobert Kardashian2016
  • Curb Your EnthusiasmHimself (multiple episodes)2007–2017
  • Band of BrothersCaptain Herbert Sobel2001
  • FriendsRoss Geller1994–2004

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About David Schwimmer

David Schwimmer is an American actor, director and producer, best known for his iconic role as Ross Geller on the NBC sitcom Friends (1994–2004). He has also received critical acclaim for his dramatic roles in Band of Brothers and American Crime Story, and has lent his voice to the Madagascar film franchise. Beyond acting, Schwimmer has directed episodes of television and stage productions.

FAQs

Is David Schwimmer married?

He married photographer Zoe Buckman in 2010; they separated in 2017.

What is David Schwimmer’s height?

He is 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m).

Did he appear in the Friends reunion?

Yes, he participated in the HBO Max special Friends: The Reunion in 2021.

Has he won any awards?

He won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Friends in 2002. He has also been nominated for Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild awards.

Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026

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