Dino Stamatopoulos
Born: 1964-12-14 in Norridge - Illinois - USA
Known For: Writing
Biography
Dino Stamatopoulos is an American television writer, producer, actor, and voice artist known for his offbeat comedic sensibilities and cult-favorite projects. He began his career writing for influential sketch shows such as The Ben Stiller Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Mr. Show with Bob and David, and The Dana Carvey Show, earning an Emmy Award for his work early on. He later made a significant mark in adult animation, creating the acclaimed stop-motion series Moral Orel and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole for Adult Swim. Stamatopoulos is also known for his role as Star-Burns on NBC’s Community, where he served as both a recurring actor and a consulting producer. Beyond writing and acting, he co-founded the animation studio Starburns Industries, which produced the Oscar-nominated film Anomalisa. His work often blends dark humor with emotional depth, making him a unique voice in American television and animation.
Filmography
2021
- The Black Hole as Newscaster
2016
- Animals. as Ad Man 2
- Horace and Pete ... (Executive Producer)
2015
- Anomalisa ... (Producer)
- W/ Bob & David ... (Writer)
2013
- High School USA! as Mr. Merriwether (voice)
2010
- Mary Shelley's Frankenhole as The Mummy (voice)
2009
- Community as Star-Burns
2008
2006
- Lucky Louie ... (Writer)
2005
2004
- Tom Goes to the Mayor ... (Writer)
2002
- The Master of Disguise ... (Co-Producer)
2000
1998
- Mr. Show and the Incredible, Fantastical News Report ... (Writer)
1995
- Mr. Show with Bob and David as Jeepers Creepers Dancer (uncredited)
- MADtv ... (Writer)
1993
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien ... (Writer)
1992
- The Ben Stiller Show ... (Writer)