Background
Tim was born on June 13, 1953 in Denver, Cororado, United States. He is the son of Gerald Dick, a real estate salesman, and Martha Dick, a community service worker.
Tim was born on June 13, 1953 in Denver, Cororado, United States. He is the son of Gerald Dick, a real estate salesman, and Martha Dick, a community service worker.
Allan attended University of Detroit. In 1976 he received a Bachelor of Science degree at Western Michigan University specializing in radio and television production.
Since 1975 Tim acted as a stand-up comedian. Also, since 1984 Tim is considered to be a founder of Boxing Cat Productions. In 1988 he appeared in Showtime Comedy Club All-Stars II. It is important to note that in 1989 Allen acted in “Rodney Dangerfield’s Opening Night at Rodney’s Place”.
Tim Allen is renowned for his contribution to the following: Men Are Pigs stand-up comedy (1990); Just for Laughs Festival (1990); Home Improvement (he played the role of Tim Taylor); The Dream Is Alive: The Twentieth Anniversary Celebration of Walt Disney World (1991); TGIF Comedy Preview (Allen acted as a host), 1991; Back to School '92 (also known as Education First), 1992; The 44th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (acted as a host), 1992; The Ultimate Driving Challenge (1993); The Olsen Twins Mother's Day Special (1993); The 45th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (acted as a presenter), 1992; The 19th Annual People's Choice Awards (also acted as a presenter), 1993; The 14th Annual Cable ACE Awards (served as a presenter), 1993.
In 1996 Tim acted as a host in Comedy Club All-Stars VII. In 1988 he appeared as himself in Comedy’s Dirtiest Dozen. In 1994 he acted as Scott Calvin in The Santa Clause. In 1995 Tim recorded the voice of Buzz Lightyear for Toy Story. In 1997 he acted as himself in Meet Wally Sparks. In 1997 Allen played the role of Michael Cromwell in Jungle 2 Jungle. Moreover, he appeared in television commercials for Chevrolet, Ford, K-mart, and Mr. Goodwrench. Tim wrote television script for an episode of Home Improvement. In the meantime, Allen continues to run his production house, Boxing Cat Films, and helm his design studio - Tim Allen Designs. Currently, he starres in "Last Man Standing" television sitcom together with Nancy Travis.
Allen is a Republican. He has appeared on Sean Hannity's show and announced support for John Kasich, and later Donald Trump, in the 2016 presidential election.
In 1984 Tim got married with Laura Deibel, his business manager. They have a daughter - Katherine Dick. In 2003 the couple divorced. In 2006 Tim married Jane Hajduk.
