Meet Jim Belushi
About Jim
Jim Belushi is an actor, comedian, and the owner of Belushi’s Farm. Jim was born in Chicago and grew up in Wheaton, IL, and is the brother of late comedian John Belushi. He is known for his roles in Saturday Night Live, According to Jim, and Good Girls Revolt, as well as for performing in an updated version of The Blues Brothers with Dan Aykroyd. Jim is also known for his voice acting work, which has been featured in video games, commercials, and sports projects – including for his favorite Chicago teams.
Jim attended the College of DuPage and Southern Illinois University, where he graduated with a degree in Speech and Theater Arts. In 1977, he joined Chicago’s Second City improv troupe and remained for three years. In 1979, Garry Marshall saw Jim performing for Second City and arranged for him to come to Hollywood and co-star in the TV pilot Who’s Watching the Kids for Paramount and, then, for a role in the series Working Stiffs (1979). Later, in 1983, he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live (1983) for two years. Jim came to national attention in About Last Night (1986), playing the role he originated in the Chicago Apollo Theatre’s production of David Mamet’s Obie-award winning play “Sexual Perversity in Chicago”.
Major Credits and Accolades
- Hollywood Walk of Fame: Received a star in 2004 for his contributions to television.
- Primetime Emmy Nomination (Saturday Night Live): Nominated in 1984 for Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program.
- Growing Belushi (2020–Present): Executive producer and star of the series.
- According to Jim (2001–2009): Starred as Jim, the lead character in this popular ABC sitcom that ran for 8 seasons.
- Hey Arnold! (1996–2004): Voiced Coach Wittenberg in this classic Nickelodeon animated series.
- K-9 (1989): Starred as Detective Dooley in this buddy-cop comedy film that spawned two sequels.
- Red Heat (1988): Co-starred with Arnold Schwarzenegger in this action-comedy film directed by Walter Hill.
- The Principal (1987): Played Rick Latimer, a high school principal trying to reform a tough inner-city school in this film.
- About Last Night… (1986): Played Bernie Litgo in this film, a standout supporting role opposite Rob Lowe and Demi Moore.
- Saturday Night Live (1983–1985): Cast member and Primetime Emmy Nominee
Meet Taro
Taro the German Shepherd is Jim’s best friend and constant companion. Everybody loves him on the farm – except the cows. And the squirrels. And the deer.
The only thing that can stop this massive beauty full of kindness, love, and energy is a tennis ball. Always carry a deflated soccer ball with you, and you will be Taro’s best friend.
