Jeremy Hotz (born May 31, 1963) is a Canadian–American actor and stand-up comedian. Hotz won a

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for his role on the television series '' The Newsroom'' in 1997. He has appeared on ''

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'', the Just For Laughs comedy festival, the ''

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'', and ''

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''. He has also worked as a staff writer for Paramount's ''

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'' and has appeared in various American and Canadian motion pictures including: ''

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'', '' Speed 2: Cruise Control'', and '' Married Life''.

Filmography

Films

*'' Speed 2: Cruise Control'' (1997) *''

'' (1999) *''

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'' (2002)

Television

*'' Married Life'' (1995) *'' The Newsroom'' (1996–2005) *'' Made in Canada'' (2003)

References

External links

Official Website
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