Background:

Actor Oliver Platt, who first gained critical attention through his role of greedy Dr. Mark Weller in Doctor Dolittle (1998), received his first Emmy nomination after playing Oliver Babish, a White House Counsel, in the international series “The West Wing” (2001-2005). He earned a second Emmy and Golden Globe nomination thanks to his skillful portrayal of Russell Tupper in the now-running series “Huff” (2004-?). Platt, who proved his versatility with the Tony-nominated role in the Broadway production of “Shining City” (2006), will play a role in Menno Meyjes’ sci-fi drama The Martian Child (2006).

Outside the limelight, the actor is known as an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox. Platt, who is also a distant cous ..[Full version]