Edward O'Neill, Jr. (born April 12, 1946) is a two-time Golden Globe nominated American actor. He is best known for his role as the main character, Al Bundy, on the FOX Network's long-running sitcom, Married... with Children. O'Neill is often cast as a police officer in television shows and films.
Was nearly cast as "Sam Malone" in the TV show "Cheers" (1982); the role went to Ted Danson instead.
Taught Social Studies in Youngstown before acting.
Expected "Married with Children" (1987) to be canceled within the first 6 episodes.
Was considered for the role of patriarch "Steven Keaton" in "Family Ties" (1982); the role went to Michael Gross (I) instead.
He graduated from Ursuline High School
Often plays cops on TV shows or movies. On an episode of "Married with Children" (1987), he dreamed that he was a detective.
Learned (and still practices) Brazilian Ju-Jitsu from the famous Gracie family.
The first actor from Fox to host "Saturday Night Live" (1975) in 1990; three years later his "Married with Children" (1987) co-star, Christina Applegate hosted the show.
Was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1969, but released during training camp.
Invented the popular sandwich called the "Boone" at the famous Se-port Deli in Setauket, New York.
Plays handball.
Has two young daughters.
