Jeremy Piven is aGolden Globe-winning actor, comedian and producer known for his central role inthe highly successful, long-running HBO series Entourage. Focusing on thefortunes of an A-list Hollywood star, Entourage ran for eight seasons, drawingmillions of viewers and racking up numerous accolades – including several Emmyand Golden Globe Awards for Piven’s contributions. He delighted audiences asthe acerbic Ari Gold, a fast-talking, perpetually vexed super-agent. One of theshow’s best-loved characters, the role earned Piven four consecutive EmmyAwards for Best Supporting Actor.

Entourage wrappedup in 2011, drawing over three million viewers for its finale, and spawning asuccessful movie adaptation. Piven went on to play the titular role in ITV’sMr. Selfridge, a dramatization of the life of Harry Selfridge, creator of thehigh-end London department store. Piven has also appeared in several successfulfilms, including Grosse Pointe Blank, Singles, The Family Man, Black Hawk Down,The Kingdom, Heat, Rock N Rolla, Serendipity, Smokin’ Aces, and Runaway Jury.He has also made cameo appearances in Rush Hour 2 and Cars. Piven has recentlyturned his talents to stand-up comedy, embarking on a successful tour acrossthe U.S. and Canada.