Cooper Hoffman

Cooper Hoffman, born in 2003, is an American actor and the son of acclaimed actor Philip Seymour Hoffman and costume designer Mimi O'Donnell. He began his acting career in Licorice Pizza (2021), directed and written by Paul Thomas Anderson, a frequent collaborator of his late father. Taking on the leading role in this coming-of-age story, Hoffman garnered significant critical attention and was praised for his natural screen presence. His performance earned him nominations, including one for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

In 2023, Hoffman expanded his filmography with Wildcat, a biographical film about writer Flannery O'Connor, directed by Ethan Hawke. The film premiered at the prestigious 50th Telluride Film Festival, adding to Hoffman’s growing recognition. In 2024, he appeared as Dick Ebersol in the comedy-drama Saturday Night, which explores the history of the iconic television show Saturday Night Live. With each role, Hoffman continues to build on his family’s legacy in the film industry.