Tim Allen: American Actor & Comedian
Biography
Full Name: Timothy Alan Dick
Date of Birth: June 13, 1953
Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, USA
Nationality: American
Profession: Actor, Comedian, Producer, Voice Artist
Years Active: 1975–present
Height and Physical Stats
Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Weight: Around 80 kg (176 lbs)
Hair Colour: Light Brown
Eye Colour: Blue
Education
High School: Seaholm High School, Birmingham, Michigan
College: Western Michigan University – Graduated with a degree in Communications in 1976
Family
Father: Gerald M. Dick (Real estate agent)
Mother: Martha Katherine (Community-service worker)
Siblings: 5
Spouse:
First Wife: Laura Deibel (m. 1984–2003)
Second Wife: Jane Hajduk (m. 2006–present)
Children: 2 daughters – including Katherine Allen (with Laura)
Career Overview
Tim Allen started his career in stand-up comedy before becoming a household name through television and film.
TV Career:
"Home Improvement" (1991–1999): Played Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor – one of the most iconic sitcom roles of the '90s
"Last Man Standing" (2011–2021): Another hit sitcom, where he played a conservative father of three daughters.
Film Career:
"The Santa Clause" series (1994, 2002, 2006): Played Scott Calvin / Santa Claus
"Toy Story" series (1995–2019): Voiced Buzz Lightyear, a beloved animated character
Other Films:
Galaxy Quest, Wild Hogs, Christmas with the Kranks, Joe Somebody
Allen is known for his comedic timing, warm screen presence, and roles related to family and masculinity.
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth (2024):
$100 million
Sources of Income:
Acting (TV and Film), voice-over work, endorsements, stand-up comedy
Awards & Honours
Golden Globe Awards:
Best Actor in a TV Series – Musical or Comedy (Home Improvement, 1995)
People's Choice Awards:
Multiple wins for Favorite Male TV Performer
TV Land Award:
Legend Award for Home Improvement
Walk of Fame:
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2004)
Kids' Choice Awards:
For Toy Story and The Santa Clause roles
