Live Simply So That Others Can Simply Live
Actor, environmentalist Ed Begley, Jr is currently one of the hottest speakers on eco-living in America. As host of Planet
Green's Living With Ed, his empowering message on the science of sustainable living illuminates the impact we all have on
important issues such as global climate change, pollution and dependency on mid-east oil. Ed will inspire FETC attendees with
real-world ideas that will make the power of stainability come to life for your students.
Ed Begley Jr.
When it comes to education and taking personal responsibility for the environment, few individuals can match the record of
actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr.
Known for turning up at Hollywood events on his bicycle, he has served as chairman of the Environmental Media
Association and the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy. He serves on the boards of organizations including the Thoreau
Institute, the Earth Communications Office, Tree People and Friends of the Earth. His work has earned both praise and
awards from numerous environmental groups including the California League of Conservation Voters, the Natural Resources
Defense Council, the Coalition for Clean Air, Heal the Bay, the Santa Monica Baykeeper, the Southern California Gas Company
and the American Lung Association. Currently, he is the co-star of the hit Planet Green series “Living with Ed,”
a look at the day-to-day realities of “living green” with his not so environmentalist wife Rachelle Carson.
His book “Living Like Ed” is currently available nationally from Clarkson Potter / Random House, and his new book
“Ed Begley, Jr.’s Guide to Sustainable Living” also from Clarkson was released in September 2009. He continues to
tour the country giving speeches about the role science & technology play in sustainable living practices.
Inspired by the works of his Academy Award-winning father, Begley became an actor. He first came to audiences’ attention
for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the long-running hit television series “St. Elsewhere,” for which he received
six Emmy nominations. Since then, Begley has moved easily between feature films, television and theatre projects. Begley has
appeared in “A Mighty Wind,” the follow-up to the American Comedy Award-winning film “Best In Show” starring
Christopher Guest, Catherine O’Hara and Eugene Levy. He can also be seen in the most recent Christopher Guest film
“For Your Consideration.” Other feature film credits include “Batman Forever,” “The Accidental Tourist” and
“The Inlaws.” In 2008, Begley had supporting roles in the theatrical comedy “Pineapple Express” starring Seth Rogan,
and the HBO feature “Recount” starring Kevin Spacey. He has also wrapped work on a new Woody Allen comedy in NYC
titled “Whatever Works” released in the spring 2009.
On television, Begley has had recurring roles on “Six Feet Under” and “Arrested Development.” He has also guest starred
on such series as “The West Wing” and “The Practice,” in addition to David E. Kelly’s show “Boston Legal.” Most
recently, Begley was featured in “Veronica Mars” and “CSI: Miami.” In August 2008, Begley returned to prime-time network
television as a series regular on the new CBS sitcom “Gary Unmarried” starring Jay Mohr.
Begley also starred in the West Coast premiere of David Mamet’s “Cryptogram” at the Geffen Playhouse, in a role that
he first performed in Boston and then in New York. He also starred in Mr. Mamet’s production of “Romance” at the Mark Taper
Forum in Los Angeles.
This talented actor has also directed several episodes of the hit TV series “NYPD Blue” as well as a stage play that he
wrote called “Cesar and Ruben” that won a Nos Otros Award and four Valley Theater League awards.
Begley lives in Studio City, CA in a small, energy efficient home with his wife and co-star Rachelle Carson and their
daughter Hayden.
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