Robert Reiner, born in New York in 1947, is an American actor, director, and producer whose career has spanned several decades and film genres. He gained prominence as an actor in the 1970s, playing the role of Michael "Meathead" Stivic in the acclaimed sitcom *All in the Family*, a performance that earned him two Emmy Awards. Beginning in the 1980s, he established himself as one of Hollywood's most respected directors, directing a series of films that were both critical and commercial successes. His filmography includes iconic works such as the coming-of-age film *Stand by Me*, the cult romantic comedy *When Harry Met Sally...*, the psychological thriller *Misery*, and the legal drama *A Few Good Men*. For the latter, he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Director, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and highly talented storyteller.