Jim Belushi is an American actor, comedian, musician, and producer who has starred in a variety of films and television shows. He is the younger brother of the late comic actor John Belushi. Belushi has been nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on the series According to Jim and has also appeared in such films as Little Shop of Horrors, Red Heat, K-9, and Jingle All the Way.
Early Life
Jim Belushi was born on May 15, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois. He is the son of Agnes Demetri (Samaras) and Adam Anastos Belushi, an Albanian immigrant. He has two older brothers, John and Billy, and a younger sister, Marian. His brother John, who was a popular comedian, died of a drug overdose in 1982. Belushi attended Wheaton Community High School in Illinois and then went on to attend the College of DuPage.
Professional Career
Belushi began his acting career in the late 1970s, appearing in such television shows as Saturday Night Live and a variety of films. He earned an Emmy nomination for his role in the long-running television series According to Jim. Belushi has also appeared in films such as Little Shop of Horrors, Red Heat, K-9, and Jingle All the Way. In addition to acting, Belushi has also appeared in music videos and has released several albums. He is also a producer and has produced several films and television shows.
Jim Belushi is an accomplished actor, comedian, musician, and producer who has been entertaining audiences for decades. He has been nominated for an Emmy Award and has appeared in a variety of television shows and films. Belushi has also released albums and produced several films and television shows. His career is still going strong, and he is sure to continue entertaining audiences for years to come.
