Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller is a highly successful American actor, comedian, director, producer, and writer. He began his career with a sketch comedy show, The Ben Stiller Show, and later directed and starred in the 1994 film Reality Bites. Stiller is known for his roles in a wide range of commercially successful films, including Zoolander, Meet the Parents, Dodgeball, and the Night at the Museum series. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades and is a prominent member of the comedic acting fraternity known as the 'Frat Pack'.