Dino Stamatopoulos

Biography

Dino Stamatopoulos is an American television writer, producer, actor, and voice artist known for his offbeat comedic sensibilities and cult-favorite projects. He began his career writing for influential sketch shows such as The Ben Stiller Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Mr. Show with Bob and David, and The Dana Carvey Show, earning an Emmy Award for his work early on. He later made a significant mark in adult animation, creating the acclaimed stop-motion series Moral Orel and Mary Shelley’s Frankenhole for Adult Swim. Stamatopoulos is also known for his role as Star-Burns on NBC’s Community, where he served as both a recurring actor and a consulting producer. Beyond writing and acting, he co-founded the animation studio Starburns Industries, which produced the Oscar-nominated film Anomalisa. His work often blends dark humor with emotional depth, making him a unique voice in American television and animation.

Known For

Saturday Night Live

Community

Mr. Show with Bob and David

Moral Orel

Animals.

TV Funhouse

All Movies (3)

The Black Hole2021 · as Newscaster
Everybody Has an Andy Dick Story2017 · as Self
Breathing Room1996 · as Jersey Rocker

All TV Shows (12)

Animals.2016 · as Ad Man 2
High School USA!2013 · as Mr. Merriwether (voice)
Mary Shelley's Frankenhole2010 · as The Mummy (voice)
Community2009 · as Star-Burns
The Drinky Crow Show2008
Moral Orel2005
TV Funhouse2000
Mr. Show with Bob and David1995 · as Jeepers Creepers Dancer (uncredited)
Mr. Show with Bob and David1995 · as Various
Saturday Night Live1975 · as Michael Jackson (uncredited)
Saturday Night Live1975 · as Michael Jackson (voice)
Saturday TV Funhouse— · as Wizzy