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

The Black Hole
The Black Hole

Filmography

2021 The Black Hole
as Newscaster
2017 Everybody Has an Andy Dick Story
as
2016 Animals.
as Ad Man 2
2013 High School USA!
as Mr. Merriwether (voice)
2010 Mary Shelley's Frankenhole
as The Mummy (voice)
2009 Community
as Star-Burns
2008 The Drinky Crow Show
as
2005 Moral Orel
as
2000 TV Funhouse
as
1995 Mr. Show with Bob and David
as Jeepers Creepers Dancer (uncredited)
---- Saturday TV Funhouse
as Wizzy