Larry Hankin Biography

Larry Hankin is an American actor, comedian, director, and producer who has performed in over 100 movies. He is known for his appearances as Ace in ‘Running Scared,’ Charley Butts in ‘Escape from Alcatraz,’ and Carl Alphonse in ‘Billy Madison.’ As a comedian, he is best recognized for his work with Magic Hugs, an online comedy group, as well as Channel 101’s ‘Baby Mentalist’. Born in New York City, Hankin attended Syracuse University with fellow artists Carl Gottlieb and Frank Langella. He studied acting and designing. He stepped into the entertainment world as an illustrator and later landed roles in films and television. Known for his deadpan voice and slender frame, Hankin has emerged as a successful actor. He is also a talented screenwriter, singer, director, and producer.