Kurt Russell is an American actor. He began his acting career as a child in the 1960s, appearing in several Disney films and television shows. He later transitioned to adult roles, and has since become one of the most recognizable and versatile actors in Hollywood. Russell is best known for his roles in action films, such as “Escape from New York” (1981), “The Thing” (1982), “Big Trouble in Little China” (1986), and “Tombstone” (1993). He has also appeared in several comedy films, such as “Overboard” (1987) and “Tequila Sunrise” (1988), and in more dramatic roles, such as “Silkwood” (1983) and “Unlawful Entry” (1992). Russell has been nominated for several awards, and has won several Golden Globe Awards. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation, and his contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with numerous honors and awards.