The Life and Career of Academy Award Winning Actor Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Lee Hoffman was born on August 8th, 1937 in Los Angeles, California. A class clown and a natural performer in his youth, he participated in school plays and later took up studies at the Pasadena Playhouse. Later, he headed to New York City, and auditioned for acting roles. Developing himself as a committed method actor, he eventually made it to Broadway. After several years on stage, Hoffman landed bit parts on television and in film, with his breakout role arriving in 1967's coming of age film “The Graduate.” Following this, Hoffman continued to impress critics, earning several Academy Awards. Join http://www.WatchMojo.com as we explore the life and career of Dustin Hoffman. read more...