William James "Bill" Murray is an American actor and comedian. He first gained exposure on Saturday Night Live for which he earned an Emmy Award and later went on to star in comedy films, including Meatballs , Caddyshack , Stripes , Ghostbusters , What About Bob? , and Groundhog Day . Murray garnered additional critical acclaim later in his career, starring in Lost in Translation , which earned him a Golden Globe and a BAFTA Award for Best Actor, as well as an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He also received Golden Globe nominations for his roles in Rushmore, Hyde Park on Hudson and St. Vincent.