Won a Golden Globe for his role as Lorne Malvo in the first season of Fargo (2014).
Starred for four seasons in the Amazon legal drama Goliath as Billy McBride, winning another Golden Globe.
Portrayed legendary coaches in Friday Night Lights (2004) and Bad News Bears (2005). Television Success: Billy Bob Thornton
Billy Bob Thornton is an Academy Award-winning American actor, filmmaker, and musician whose career was defined by his breakout work in the 1996 film Sling Blade . Known for his versatile performances ranging from intense dramas to dark comedies, Thornton has balanced a prolific Hollywood career with a deep-rooted passion for Southern-inspired music. Career Evolution & Highlights
Starred in the 1998 hit Armageddon and became a comedic icon as a foul-mouthed Santa in Bad Santa (2003). Won a Golden Globe for his role as
Delivered acclaimed performances in A Simple Plan (1998), Monster's Ball (2001), and the Coen brothers' The Man Who Wasn't There (2001).
In 1996, he wrote, directed, and starred in Sling Blade , winning an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay and receiving a nomination for Best Actor . Notable Film Roles: Television Success: Billy Bob Thornton is an Academy
Thornton's journey began in the late 1980s with minor roles, but he gained critical attention as a writer and actor with the 1992 thriller One False Move .