Simon Rex
Biography
Simon Rex is an American actor born on July 20, 1974, in San Francisco, California. He rose to fame as an MTV VJ and later became known for his acting career. Rex has appeared in films such as What I Like About You, the Scary Movie franchise, and National Lampoon's Pledge This!. He has also developed a rap persona, Dirt Nasty, and released solo albums. Rex co-founded the hip-hop group Three Loco. In addition to his acting and music career, Rex has received recognition for his lead role in the 2021 drama film Red Rocket.
Career overview
Simon Rex is an American actor known for his work in various films and television shows. He initially gained fame as an MTV VJ. Rex has appeared in several films, including those in the Scary Movie franchise. He also starred in National Lampoon's Pledge This!.
Rex's acting credits include a role in the television show What I Like About You. His filmography showcases his versatility as an actor, with appearances in a range of comedies. Simon Rex's acting career has spanned multiple genres and formats, demonstrating his ability to adapt to different roles and projects.
Simon Rex has a significant body of work in the entertainment industry, with 79 acting credits to his name. His acting career has been marked by a range of notable roles and appearances in various films and television shows.
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- Tow (2026) as Cliff
- The Pete Davidson Show (2026) as Self - Guest
- Operation Taco Gary's (2026) as Danny
- Operation Taco Gary's (2026) Executive Producer
- The Leader (2026) as David
- The Leader (2026) Executive Producer
- Americana (2025) as Roy Lee Dean
- Goldfish (2025)
- Bunny (2025) Thanks
- Magic Farm (2025) as Dave
- Everything's Going to Be Great (2025) as Kyle
- I Want to Feel Fun (2025)
- Easy's Waltz (2025)
- Anora (2024) Thanks
- Blink Twice (2024) as Cody
- Greedy People (2024) as Keith
- It's Florida, Man. (2024) as Eric
- Poker Face (2023) as Russ Waddell
- Bupkis (2023) as Crispy
- Down Low (2023) as Buck / Fleshpuppet
- The Sweet East (2023) as Lawrence
- Mo (2022) as Guy
- Mack & Rita (2022) as Luka
- Red Rocket (2021) as Mikey
- More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story (2021) as Self
- My Dead Dad (2021) as Gavin
- The Drone (2019) as Jeffries
- Bodied (2018) as Donnie Narco
- Avengers of Justice: Farce Wars (2018) as Dark Jokester
- Alexander IRL (2017) as Owen
- The Real Bros of Simi Valley (2017) as DJ Womp Womp
- Action Bronson and Friends Watch Ancient Aliens (2016) as Self
- Typical Rick (2016) as Rick
- Halloweed (2016) as Joey
- Beginner's Guide to Sex (2015) as Mike
- Trevor Moore: High In Church (2015)
- Scary Movie 5 (2013) as Dan Sanders
- Perception (2012) as Roy Meier
- Sperm Donor (2012) as Greg
- Boy Toy (2011) as Clive
- The Truth About Angels (2011) as Kane Connor
- King of the Avenue (2010) as Taz
- Superhero Movie (2008) as The Human Torch
- An American Carol (2008) as Simon Rex
- Hotel California (2008) as Pete
- Hotel California (2008) Co-Producer
- Suckers Fuckers & Strokers 2 (2008)
- Rise: Blood Hunter (2007) as Hank
- Pledge This! (2007) as Derek
- Heckler (2007) as Self
- Hot Sessions 11 (2007)
- Scary Movie 4 (2006) as George
- Monarch Cove (2006)
- The Karate Dog (2006) as Peter Fowler
- Cuts (2005)
- Summerland (2004) as Sun
- NCIS (2003) as Scott Bleeker
- Scary Movie 3 (2003) as George
- Everwood (2002) as Cliff Fenton
- What I Like About You (2002) as Jeff Campbell
- The Forsaken (2001) as Pen
- Going Greek (2001) as Thompson
- Hot Sessions 12 (2001) as Sebastian
- Shriek If You Know What I Did Last Friday the Thirteenth (2000) as Slab
- Jack & Jill (1999) as Michael 'Mikey' Russo
- Katie Joplin (1999) as Tiger French
- Felicity (1998) as Eli
- Snapped (1998) as Himself
- Young, Hard & Solo 3 (1994) as Sebastian
- Young, Hard & Solo 2 (1993) as Sebastian
- Baywatch (1989)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
- ANSWR
- Youth Juice
- Tommy Karate
- Halloween Store as Wes Gulager
- Untitled Kyoto Project
- The Prince
- Don't Get Up! as Barry
- God Bless You, Mr. Kopu as Marco Cass
- God Bless You, Mr. Kopu Producer
- Cowboy
- Untitled Simon Rex Short Film