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Bill Maher
Born (1956-01-20) January 20, 1956 (age 70)
New York City, U.S.
Occupation(s)Stand-up comedian, author, producer, political analyst, actor, television presenter
Years active1979–present
Known forHosting HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher and ABC's Politically Incorrect

William Maher ( ; born January 20, 1956) is an American stand-up comedian, author, producer, political analyst, actor, and television presenter. He is primarily recognized for hosting the HBO political talk program Real Time with Bill Maher (2003–present) and the late-night series Politically Incorrect (1993–2002), which initially aired on Comedy Central before moving to ABC. In 2022, Maher introduced the podcast Club Random.

Maher's work predominantly revolves around political satire and sociopolitical analysis, covering subjects such as religion, political correctness, and the influence of mass media. His critical stance on religion led to the 2008 documentary film Religulous. He is an advocate for animal rights and was a member of PETA's board starting in 1997. Furthermore, Maher supports the legalization of cannabis and holds a position on NORML's advisory board.

In 2005, Comedy Central ranked Maher No. 38 among the 100 greatest stand-up comedians. He was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2010. His career achievements include 41 Primetime Emmy nominations, securing a win in 2014 as executive producer for Vice. Additionally, Maher has received nominations for Grammy and Tony Awards.

Early life and education

William Maher was born in New York City to William Aloysius Maher Jr., who worked as a network news editor and radio announcer, and Julie Maher (née Berman), a nurse by profession. Raised within his Irish-American father's Roman Catholic tradition, he only discovered during adolescence that his mother was Jewish. Due to conflicts with the Catholic Church’s position on birth control, his father ceased taking him and his sister to Mass when Maher was thirteen years old.

Maher was raised in River Vale, New Jersey, and completed his secondary education at Pascack Hills High School in Montvale in 1974. He pursued higher education at Cornell University, where he majored in both English and history, graduating in 1978. Maher has acknowledged that selling cannabis played a role in funding his college expenses and jumpstarting his career in comedy.

Early career

Maher launched his professional journey as a comedian and actor by hosting the New York City comedy venue Catch a Rising Star in 1979. Beginning in 1982, he made appearances on shows hosted by Johnny Carson and David Letterman. Early television credits include roles on Sara (1985), Max Headroom (1987), Murder, She Wrote (1989, 1990), and Charlie Hoover (1991). His debut feature film role came with D.C. Cab (1983), followed by performances in Ratboy (1986), House II: The Second Story (1987), and Cannibal Women in the Avocado Jungle of Death (1988). He also served as host for CBS's talk show Midnight Hour (1990).

Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher

Maher was the host of Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher, a late-night political talk show that aired on Comedy Central from 1993 to 1997 before moving to ABC from 1997 until its end in 2002. The program featured Maher's topical opening monologues followed by panel discussions involving four guests from various backgrounds including entertainment, politics, and media. The show received several honors such as an Emmy Award for Outstanding Technical Direction, two CableACE awards, and a Genesis Award. Maher himself earned ten Emmy nominations alongside nominations from TV Guide and the Writers Guild for his roles as producer, writer, and host.

ABC terminated the series in 2002 following contentious remarks made by Maher after the September 11 attacks. During a discussion with guest Dinesh D'Souza, Maher agreed that the terrorists were not cowards but instead stated, "We have been the cowards," alluding to U.S. military conduct. Despite clarifying his support for military personnel, key advertisers such as FedEx and Sears withdrew their sponsorships, severely affecting the show's financial backing.

This incident was not Maher's first controversy on the program; earlier that year he issued an apology after comparing his dogs to children with mental disabilities. The cancellation occurred on June 16, 2002, shortly after the Sinclair Broadcast Group dropped the show from its ABC-affiliated stations. Soon after the cancellation, Maher was honored with the Los Angeles Press Club president's award for his defense of free speech and served as a judge for the 2002 PEN/Newman's Own First Amendment Award, which recognized writer Vanessa Leggett.

Real Time with Bill Maher

Since its inception in 2003, Maher has served as the host, co-producer, and co-writer of Real Time with Bill Maher, a weekly political comedy talk show broadcast on HBO. In 2016, HBO extended the show's run through 2018, encompassing its 15th and 16th seasons. Unlike his previous program Politically Incorrect, Maher opts to invite knowledgeable and serious guests over celebrities, setting Real Time apart in format and tone.

The program begins with a comedic monologue focused on current events, followed by an individual interview and then a panel discussion featuring a diverse group of commentators such as authors, activists, actors, politicians, and journalists. Real Time has garnered critical praise, earning more than ten Primetime Emmy nominations along with six Writers Guild awards. In 2007, Maher and his co-producers were honored with the Producers Guild of America’s Television Producer of the Year Award in Variety Television. Despite accumulating 22 Emmy nominations—eleven for Politically Incorrect, nine for Real Time, and two for HBO specials—Maher has yet to secure a win.

Political commentator

Maher is a frequent political analyst on leading cable news outlets including CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, and HLN. He regularly appears on CNN's The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer, MSNBC’s Hardball with Chris Matthews, The Rachel Maddow Show, and Countdown with Keith Olbermann. Additionally, he has been featured on HLN’s The Joy Behar Show.

On January 13, 2006, Maher hosted an episode of Larry King Live and later appeared as a special guest during Larry King’s retirement broadcast in June 2010. He also co-hosted the final episode of the show in December 2010 alongside Ryan Seacrest. Furthermore, Maher contributed the foreword to Bill Press’s 2002 publication Spin This!: All the Ways We Don't Tell the Truth.

Other work

In 2004, Maher portrayed Satan in "Hollywood Hell House" at the Steve Allen Theater—a satirical take on Christian hell houses designed to frighten teenagers into embracing Christianity. The production included over 160 celebrities such as Andy Richter, Richard Belzer, Dave Thomas, Traci Lords, Craig Bierko, Sarah Silverman, and Julia Sweeney. Later, Maher collaborated with director Larry Charles on the 2008 documentary film Religulous, which humorously critiques religious fundamentalism worldwide.

Maher became an executive producer for HBO’s newsmagazine series Vice in 2013. That same year, during a guest spot on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, he pledged $5 million to charity if Donald Trump could produce his birth certificate to prove that his mother had not mated with an orangutan—a retort to Trump’s earlier demand that President Obama release his birth records. Trump complied by presenting his birth certificate but subsequently filed a lawsuit against Maher alleging that the $5 million offer was legally binding; however, Trump withdrew the suit after eight weeks.

Club Random podcast

On March 21, 2022, Maher introduced the podcast Club Random, featuring intimate one-on-one interviews recorded in his home bar that deliberately avoid political topics. Notable guests have included Quentin Tarantino, Jimmy Kimmel, Bella Thorne, Judd Apatow, Mike Tyson, Killer Mike, and William Shatner. In February 2024, Maher decided against releasing a two-hour conversation with Kanye West due to the rapper’s antisemitic statements. The following month, he announced the creation of Club Random Studios, a podcast network launched with partners Chris Casey and Chuck LaBella. In May 2024, during an episode of Club Random featuring Jerry Seinfeld, Maher revealed his intention to retire from stand-up comedy by the end of the year.

Political views

Bill Maher typically expresses moderately liberal opinions but steers clear of rigid political categorizations, describing his stance as "practical." He opposes political correctness, differentiating it from liberalism by asserting that liberals defend individuals, whereas proponents of political correctness prioritize safeguarding emotions. Maher has also identified with libertarian and progressive ideologies. In a 2012 conversation with Salman Rushdie, he aligned himself with "9/11 liberals," a group critical of certain religions without harboring prejudice. When addressing Republican supporters, he emphasizes his refusal to join the right-wing spectrum, stating, "I don’t want to live in North Korea."

Maher advocates for ending corporate subsidies and halting federal funding for nonprofit organizations. He supports the legalization of gambling, prostitution, and cannabis. Additionally, he endorses capital punishment. As an environmental advocate and supporter of the Kyoto Protocol, Maher frequently condemns polluting industries. He serves on the board of PETA and has pointed out the paradox of distrusting political elites while relying on elite professionals such as doctors and lawyers.

Following NPR CEO Katherine Maher's congressional testimony in March 2025 defending NPR’s neutrality, Bill Maher described NPR as "crazy far-left" and called for the elimination of public media funding, arguing that the nation has moved beyond subsidizing such outlets.

Candidates and endorsements

Maher positions himself in opposition to both the Republican and Democratic parties. During the 2008 U.S. presidential election, he supported Senator Barack Obama (D-IL), though he later criticized Obama for not doing enough on health care reform and other liberal priorities. In 2012, Maher donated $1 million to Priorities USA Action, a SuperPAC backing Obama. His voting history also includes support for Bob Dole and Ralph Nader.

Prior to the 2014 midterm elections, Maher initiated an HBO contest called "Flip a District," aiming to unseat entrenched congressional incumbents in competitive races. He targeted Republican Representative John Kline from Minnesota's 2nd district but was unsuccessful in removing him from office.

During the 2016 presidential race, Maher initially endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders but shifted his support to Hillary Clinton after she secured the Democratic nomination. He criticized WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange for releasing Democratic National Committee emails and later dismissed any prospects of Clinton making a political comeback following her loss. In 2019, Maher remarked that an economic downturn would be "worth it" if it prevented Donald Trump’s reelection.

Between 2018 and 2020, Maher frequently predicted that President Trump would refuse to concede defeat in the 2020 election, referencing Trump's own claims about support from police forces, military personnel, and biker groups. He warned of potential violence from armed Trump supporters and criticized Democrats for lacking a clear strategy to counter such threats. Maher also faulted mainstream media outlets for downplaying the seriousness of Trump’s unwillingness to guarantee a peaceful transfer of power.

In January 2022, Maher dismissed rumors about a possible presidential bid in 2024. By July 2024, he urged President Joe Biden to step aside at the Democratic National Convention to allow an open nomination process and endorsed Gavin Newsom as a preferred candidate.

In February 2025, Maher publicly supported Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman for the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries, commending Fetterman’s strong backing of Israel and his opposition to so-called "woke" politics.

National security

On June 7, 2013, Maher voiced cautious approval of the NSA's PRISM initiative, which involves collecting data from private communications. He highlighted the danger posed by terrorists potentially acquiring nuclear weapons as a primary justification. While he placed trust in the Obama administration’s responsible management of the program, he cautioned against a "slippery slope" concerning access to personal information and expressed doubt about whether other officials would exercise similar restraint.

Following the 9/11 attacks, Maher supported certain profiling practices at airports, pointing out that countries such as Israel incorporate profiling into their security and law enforcement strategies effectively. He suggested that rebranding this approach as "high-intelligence screening" might improve public acceptance.

Maher opposed President Trump's Executive Order 13769, which restricted entry into the United States from five predominantly Muslim nations. He hosted guests including Sam Harris and Jim Jefferies, who also criticized the policy. In 2022, Maher condemned the Biden administration's establishment of the Disinformation Governance Board, comparing it to the Orwellian Ministry of Truth depicted in Nineteen Eighty-Four.

Foreign policy

While advocating for a robust military, Maher critiques both the size of the U.S. armed forces and its defense budget. In 2015, he criticized Barack Obama’s visit to Saudi Arabia, calling for an end to reverence toward what he described as their "medieval" cultural practices. From its outset, he opposed the Iraq War, emphasizing its heavy toll on both America and the international community.

Concerning the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Maher generally sympathizes with Israel but acknowledges Palestinian grievances. He questions the necessity of U.S. financial assistance to Israel and notes that most Israelis support a two-state solution while opposing their government's more hardline policies. Defending Israel’s military actions during the 2014 Gaza conflict, he argued that Israel exercised restraint despite civilian casualties and faced criticism from those who do not appreciate Israel’s security concerns. His comparison of Hamas to a "crazy woman" who must be "slapped" sparked controversy.

In 2019, Maher criticized the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign as simplistic thinking rooted in racial assumptions. Responding to Representative Rashida Tlaib’s call to boycott his show, he pointed out that BDS faces widespread condemnation in Congress. After the October 7 attacks, Maher described them as Israel’s equivalent of "9/11," condemning those who celebrated these acts while urging Israel to uphold moral superiority. He expressed dissatisfaction with Obama’s comments on the Gaza war, distinguishing between unintentional collateral damage and Hamas’s deliberate attacks.

In April 2020, Maher defended using the phrase "Wuhan virus," referencing historical precedents for naming diseases and emphasizing its association with China rather than Asian Americans. By March 2021, he criticized China’s treatment of Uyghurs and asserted that the United States had effectively "lost" to China in global influence due to distractions such as "woke competition."

In September 2025, Maher denounced the media’s failure to report on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, describing it as systematic slaughter and questioning why public awareness and activism regarding this crisis remain limited.

Race

In June 2017, Maher encountered backlash after jokingly referring to himself as a "house nigger" on Real Time in response to Senator Ben Sasse. This remark led to demands for his dismissal by HBO. The network condemned the comment as "inexcusable and tasteless" and subsequently removed the segment from future broadcasts. Maher issued a public apology, expressing remorse for the offensive language used, and engaged in a discussion about the controversy with guests such as Michael Eric Dyson, Ice Cube, and Symone Sanders.

In 2021, Maher voiced opposition to the NFL’s choice to perform the "Black national anthem" prior to games, perceiving it as a divisive act. He argued in favor of a unified national anthem and rejected separate racial ceremonies, which drew criticism. The following year, he criticized the Democratic Party for emphasizing diversity over qualifications in candidate selection. While opposing critical race theory, Maher supports education focused on the history of racism.

Immigration

Maher opposed the acceptance of Syrian refugees into the United States in November 2015, contending that their cultural values conflicted with American principles due to their origins in regions governed by Sharia law. He referenced incidents in the UK involving female genital mutilation and honor killings as examples. After the 2021 U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, Maher advocated for admitting Afghan refugees.

Maher criticized former President Donald Trump’s anti-immigration policies, including the proposed border wall, pointing out the irony of Trump’s immigrant spouses. He also highlighted Republican hypocrisy for opposing immigration while praising their own immigrant ancestors. Additionally, Maher has expressed dissatisfaction with Democratic immigration approaches and commended Canada’s merit-based system for prioritizing skills over familial connections.

Gun rights and hunting rights

Maher supported Maine’s 2014 referendum that prohibited baiting, trapping, and using dogs for bear hunting, condemning baiting as merely an execution method. Although he owns firearms for home defense, he does not embrace the label of a "proud" gun owner, comparing it to being proud of owning a remote control. He attributes gun-related household injuries to irresponsible owners and believes that bipartisan support for firearms will prevent significant legislative changes despite school shootings. Maher has questioned the necessity of large gun collections and referred to the Second Amendment as "bullshit," describing bipartisan background check proposals as minimal improvements. In 2022, he partially blamed Hollywood’s glamorization of gun violence for mass shootings. Nevertheless, he acknowledges that guns can "level the playing field" and appreciates their existence.

Religion

Maher is notably critical of religion, regarding it as harmful. He has identified variously as an agnostic, atheist, and apatheist, resisting confinement to a single label. In his 2008 documentary Religulous, he described himself as agnostic. In 2002, he rejected being called an atheist, distinguishing disbelief in religion from atheism itself.

Sometimes referring to himself as an apatheist, Maher stated in 2011 that he is indifferent about what occurs after death and rated his certainty about God’s nonexistence at 6.9 out of 7—similar to Richard Dawkins. He emphasized that doubt is the appropriate stance toward deities. On his HBO program in 2012, he clarified that atheism is neither a religion nor a hobby and requires minimal involvement.

While denouncing all organized religions as "stupid and dangerous," Maher recognizes distinctions among them. He labeled Mormonism particularly "ridiculous," described some Jewish beliefs as "insane," called Buddhist ideas like reincarnation "crazy," and characterized Christianity and Islam as more "warlike." He advocates for Islam to undergo reform akin to Christianity's historical changes.

Defending his critique of Islam, Maher champions Western values such as church-state separation, gender equality, minority rights, free elections, free speech, and freedom of association—principles he views as lacking in many Muslim societies. In 2017, he concurred with author Sam Harris that segments of the political left had allied with Islamists and failed to confront Islamic extremism adequately.

Drawing on research from the Pew Research Center and the World Economic Forum, Maher argues that illiberal attitudes in Muslim-majority countries are widespread rather than fringe extremism. He criticizes liberals who defend these values domestically but refrain from condemning their suppression abroad. Maher considers this ongoing conversation essential and believes public engagement with it is increasing.

In 2009, Maher was honored with the Richard Dawkins Award by Atheist Alliance International and served on Sam Harris's advisory board for Project Reason, which promotes scientific understanding and secular ideals. Despite his religious critiques, in 2023 he engaged in discussions on spiritual subjects with friend and new age figure Deepak Chopra.

Health care

Since 2011, Maher has advocated for implementing a Medicare-for-All universal single-payer health care system. He attributes the setbacks of previous U.S. health reform efforts primarily to lobbying efforts by the American Medical Association. Concerning the Affordable Care Act, Maher emphasized that President Obama required only a simple majority to enact it, prioritizing swift action over unanimous agreement. During a debate with Bill O'Reilly, Maher remarked that if "Jesus were in charge," universal health coverage would already be in place.

Maher argues that many diseases arise more from poor nutrition and insufficient physical activity than from medical interventions alone. He criticizes the pharmaceutical and health care sectors for capitalizing on treating conditions linked to unhealthy diets, especially those high in high-fructose corn syrup, which he connects to increasing obesity rates across the United States. In conversations with Michael Moore about the documentary Sicko, Maher emphasized environmental and dietary contributors as leading causes of illness.

His doubts also extend to vaccines; he has expressed criticism of H1N1 flu vaccinations and has fostered vaccine hesitancy, attracting criticism from medical professionals such as Tara Parker-Pope, Bill Frist, and infectious disease expert Paul Offit, who warn that such misinformation poses risks to public health. Surgical oncologist David Gorski and other scientific skeptics have labeled Maher’s vaccine views as anti-science. Maher defends his stance by clarifying that he does not reject germ theory entirely and supports vaccination where the advantages surpass the risks, particularly in developing nations.

In 2019, Gorski again condemned Maher for endorsing debunked assertions linking vaccines to autism during an HBO interview with Dr. Jay Gordon. In January 2021, Maher supported the COVID-19 lab leak hypothesis and later described media pandemic coverage as "panic porn," accusing medical authorities of biased motives that mislead the public, including progressive viewers.

Cannabis legalization

As a California medical marijuana cardholder, Maher openly consumes cannabis and is an active proponent of reforming cannabis laws. He holds advisory positions with both the NORML and the Marijuana Policy Project, organizations advocating for regulated cannabis legalization. During his time at Cornell University, Maher sold cannabis, crediting it with supporting his academic pursuits and early stand-up career. In 2015, he called on President Barack Obama to grant pardons to marijuana offenders and later commended President Joe Biden for issuing such pardons. Maher has been acknowledged as "one of the most prominent advocates for rational marijuana policy" and "a modern cannabis statesman."

Conspiracy theories

Maher is an outspoken opponent of 9/11 conspiracy theories. On October 19, 2007, he expelled disruptive members of the 9/11 truthers from his live audience—a move that attracted media attention and praise from Fox News commentator John Gibson. Additionally, Maher has denounced QAnon and its associated conspiracy claims. Although critical of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, Maher defended Jones's freedom of speech following his Twitter suspension, stating, "I don't like Alex Jones, but Alex Jones gets to speak. Everybody gets to speak."

Gender and sexuality

Maher has expressed strong criticism of the #MeToo movement, likening it to McCarthyism in February 2018. In 2020, he defended Chris Matthews amid sexual harassment claims and minimized allegations against former senator Al Franken, implying they were driven by political motives.

He is an advocate for same-sex marriage and has dismissed opposing arguments as lacking merit. In May 2022, Maher suggested that the increase in LGBT identification partly stems from individuals feeling more comfortable coming out, though he also described it as somewhat "trendy." He referred to the use of puberty blockers and other forms of transgender health care for transgender youth as "literally experimenting on children," remarks that sparked backlash from GLAAD, which highlighted endorsements of gender-affirming care by medical professionals. Maher cautioned Democrats that they risk losing elections if they do not reconsider their policies on transgender issues and prohibit gender-affirming treatments for minors.

Maher has also voiced disapproval of the Democratic Party’s methods regarding sex education. In March 2022, he defended Republican efforts supporting the Florida Parental Rights in Education Act against liberal criticism.

2023 Writers Guild of America strike

On his Club Random podcast, Maher voiced criticism over the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike. During a September 2023 conversation with comedian Jim Gaffigan, he remarked, "they kind of believe that you're owed a living as a writer, and you're not," further stating that "They're asking for a lot of things that are, like, kooky." However, in an interview with TMZ, Maher acknowledged the writers’ "legitimate gripes" with studios but disagreed with certain demands. He was particularly opposed to the WGA’s suggestion mandating a fixed number of writers per show, arguing this would overly control the creative process and limit artistic freedom. Additionally, Maher urged Governor Gavin Newsom to assist in resolving the dispute.

On September 13, 2023, Maher announced via Twitter his intention to relaunch a version of his HBO program, stating:


This decision, combined with the ongoing broadcasts of The Drew Barrymore Show and The View, led to protests. The Writers Guild of America condemned Maher’s move as "disappointing," warning that Real Time with Bill Maher might violate strike regulations and declared plans to picket the show. Shortly thereafter, Maher delayed his comeback pending further negotiations.

Awards and nominations

Maher has been nominated for 41 Primetime Emmy Awards, securing a win in 2015 for Outstanding Informational Series or Special for Vice. His accolades also include two Grammy Award nominations alongside multiple nods from the Producers Guild of America Award and Writers Guild of America Award. In 2003, he received a nomination at the 57th Tony Awards for Best Special Theatrical Event for Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home. The series Vice earned a Peabody Award nomination in 2016 for its coverage on Student debt. In 2006, High Times named him "Top Pot Comic," and Real Time won a Stony Award that same year for Best Cable News Show. Subsequently, High Times honored him with the title "Stoner of the Year."

Personal life

Maher has remained unmarried, referring to himself as "the last of my guy friends to have never gotten married" and comparing his status to that of an "escaped slave" delivering news of liberation. His comedic style draws inspiration from figures such as Lenny Bruce, Steve Allen, Johnny Carson, Robert Klein, and George Carlin. Notably, comedian Chris Rock has acknowledged Maher as an influence.

In 2003, Maher was involved in a relationship with flight attendant Coco Johnsen that lasted 17 months. Following their breakup, Johnsen initiated a $9 million lawsuit accusing him of unfulfilled promises and financial obligations, claims which Maher's attorneys denied, describing him as a "confirmed bachelor." The case was ultimately dismissed in 2005.

Beginning in 2005, Maher dated author and former hip hop model Karrine Steffans. Addressing comments on his dating choices, Maher expressed his attraction to "women who are real," noting that both of his partners happened to be Black. Between 2009 and 2011, he was romantically linked to science communicator and Skeptics' Guide to the Universe co-host Cara Santa Maria. Since 2014, Maher has been in a relationship with Canadian singer Anjulie Persaud.

In 2012, Maher purchased a minority ownership stake in the New York Mets, which he later sold in 2020, reportedly earning three times his initial investment.

Film

Year Title Role
1983 D.C. Cab Baba
1986 Ratboy Party Guest
1987 House II: The Second Story John
1988 Out of Time Maxwell Taylor
1989 Cannibal Women in the Avocado Jungle of Death Jim
1991 Pizza Man Elmo Bunn
1998 Primary Colors Himself
1999 EDtv Himself
2001 Tomcats Carlos
2002 John Q. Himself
2003 Pauly Shore Is Dead Himself
2005 The Aristocrats Himself
Fuck Himself
Inside Deep Throat Himself
2007 Heckler Himself
2008 Swing Vote Himself
Religulous Himself
2012 The Campaign Himself
2013 Iron Man 3 Himself
Delivery Man Himself
2014 A Million Ways to Die in the West Comic
The Interview Himself
2015 Ted 2 Himself
2018 Gringo Himself
2019 Late Night

Television

Year Title Role Notes
1985 Alice Officer Gary Conroy Episode: "Vera's Anniversary Blues"
Sara Marty Lang Appeared in 13 episodes
1987 Rags to Riches Freddie Episode: "Pilot"
Hard Knocks Gower Featured in three episodes
Max Headroom Haskel Episode: "Whacketts"
1988 Newhart Norm Murphy Episode: "The Buck Stops Here"
1989–90 Murder, She Wrote Rick Rivers/Frank Albertson Two episodes
1989–1992 One Night Stand Himself Two episodes
1991 Charlie Hoover Elliot Four episodes
1993 Married... with Children Adam Gold Episode: "You Can't Miss"
The Jackie Thomas Show Mr. Lorre Episode: "Strike"
Roseanne Photographer Episode: "It Was Twenty Years Ago Today"
1993–2002 Politically Incorrect Himself (host) Creator, writer, executive producer; total of 2,266 episodes
1997 The Larry Sanders Show Himself Episode: "The Roast"
Dharma & Greg Himself Episode: "Mr. Montgomery Goes to Washington"
1998 V.I.P. Himself Episode: "One Wedding and Val's Funeral"
1999 Spin City Himself Episode: "Politically Incorrect"
Brother's Keeper Himself Episode: "Politically Impolite"
Snoops Himself Episode: "Higher Calling"
2000 The Chris Rock Show Himself Episode: "5.8"
2002 Son of the Beach Himself Episode: "Penetration Island"
2003–present Real Time with Bill Maher Himself (host) Creator, writer, executive producer
2004 MADtv Himself Episode: "10.6"
2008 True Blood Himself Episode: "Strange Love"
2010 The Sarah Silverman Program Himself Episode: "The Silverman and the Pillows"
The Boondocks Himself (voice) Episode: "It's a Black President, Huey Freeman"
2010–2017 Family Guy Himself (voice) Appeared in three episodes
2012 The Good Wife Himself Episode: "Anatomy of a Joke"
2013 House of Cards Himself Episode: "Chapter 6"
2013–2018 Vice 113 episodes; served as executive producer
2015 Blackish Himself Episode: "Elephant in the Room"


Specials

Year Title Platform
1995 Bill Maher: Stuff that Struck Me Funny HBO
1997 Bill Maher: The Golden Goose Special
2000 Bill Maher: Be More Cynical
2003 Bill Maher: Victory Begins at Home
2005 Bill Maher: I'm Swiss
2007 Bill Maher: The Decider
2010 Bill Maher... But I'm Not Wrong
2012 Bill Maher: Crazy Stupid Politics
2014 Bill Maher: Live from D.C.
2016 Bill Maher: #WhinyLittleBitch
2018 Bill Maher: Live from Oklahoma
2022 Bill Maher: #Adulting
2025 Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This?

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