Tim Allen

Tim Allen is an actor and comedian known for his role as Tim "The Toolman" Taylor on the ABC sitcom "Home Improvement" (1991–1999) and Mike Baxter on the FOX sitcom "Last Man Standing" (2011–2021). He also voices Buzz Lightyear in the "Toy Story" franchise and played Scott Calvin and Santa Claus in "The Santa Clause" film trilogy (1994–2006). Allen’s other films include "For Richer or Poorer" (1997), "Jungle 2 Jungle" (1997), "Galaxy Quest" (1999), "Big Trouble" (2002), "Christmas with the Kranks" (2004), "The Shaggy Dog" (2006), "Wild Hogs" (2007), "Redbelt" (2008), and "Crazy on the Outside" (2010). He was also featured in the Netflix dark comedy "El Camino Christmas."

Allen is not only a successful actor but also a New York Times Bestselling Author, with titles including "Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man" and "I'm Not Really Here." He has earned critical acclaim for his work, winning a Golden Globe Award and receiving an Emmy nomination for his performance on "Home Improvement." Furthermore, he was honored with the People’s Choice Award for “Favorite Male Performer in a Television Series” for eight consecutive years.

In addition to his acting career, Allen continues to perform stand-up shows to sold-out audiences across the country. He reprised his role as Buzz Lightyear in "Toy Story 4," which opened #1 at the box office on June 21, 2019. Allen remains active in the entertainment industry, discussing his experiences during quarantine and reviving his "Home Improvement" role in 2021 on "The Kelly Clarkson Show." He also appeared on shows like "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and "The View," sharing insights into the state of comedy and the challenges posed by political correctness. His profile was further highlighted in an interview on "CBS Sunday Morning" where he discussed the blend of comedy and tragedy in relation to "Toy Story 4."