15 Actors who almost always play similar roles

Published Jan 03, 2025 05:28 ET

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13) Zach Galifianakis – Quirky, socially awkward and comedic oddball roles

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Zach Galifianakis has built his career playing quirky and socially awkward characters who often feel out of place. He’s best known for The Hangover, where he played Alan, a clueless and unpredictable oddball who constantly caused chaos. Galifianakis is good at making weird behavior funny, and his timing works well in awkward situations. He has played similar characters in films like Due Date, where his role as an eccentric aspiring actor added humor to a road trip story. He has also explored dramatic roles, such as in Birdman, but his reputation is still tied to offbeat comedies. Most of his performances focus on awkward humor.