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Matthew Lillard

Matthew Lillard is an American actor, director, and producer born in Lansing, Michigan, in 1970.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Matthew Lillard is an American actor, director, and producer known for his role as Stuart Macher in *Scream* and as the voice of Shaggy Rogers in the *Scooby-Doo* franchise.

What it is

Matthew Lyn Lillard was born on January 24, 1970, in Lansing, Michigan. He began his career in television and studied acting before transitioning to film. His early work includes roles in *Hackers* and *SLC Punk!*.

Why it matters

Lillard gained broad recognition for his performance in *Scream* (1996), a landmark horror film. He later became closely associated with Shaggy Rogers, first in live-action *Scooby-Doo* films and then as the character's official voice actor after Casey Kasem retired in 2009. He has also directed and produced, with his first feature film *Fat Kid Rules the World* released in 2012.

Key details

Beyond *Scream* and *Scooby-Doo*, Lillard has appeared in *The Descendants* and the TV series *Good Girls*. He has worked across genres, from horror to comedy to drama, and continues to act in both live-action and voice roles.

In short

  • Born in Lansing, Michigan, in 1970.
  • Breakthrough role as Stuart Macher in *Scream*.
  • Official voice of Shaggy Rogers after Casey Kasem.
  • Directed first feature film *Fat Kid Rules the World* in 2012.

Quick questions

Who is Matthew Lillard?
Matthew Lillard is an American actor, director, and producer known for *Scream* and for voicing Shaggy Rogers in *Scooby-Doo*.
What is Matthew Lillard best known for?
He is best known for playing Stuart Macher in *Scream* and Shaggy Rogers in the *Scooby-Doo* franchise.
Has Matthew Lillard directed films?
Yes. He directed his first feature film, *Fat Kid Rules the World*, released in 2012.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Lillard
    Supports: Birth date; occupation as actor, director, and producer.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Lillard
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, profession, and selected notable films and series.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000498/
    Supports: Birthplace and Shaggy Rogers voice role; collaboration on *Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated*.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/matthew-lillard/bio/3030145245/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession.
  5. AceShowBiz — https://www.aceshowbiz.com/celebrity/matthew_lillard/biography.html
    Supports: Early career, major roles, directing debut, and family details.
  6. Wikipedia (Catalan) — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Lillard
    Supports: Filmography highlights including *Scream*, *Scooby-Doo*, *The Descendants*, and *Trouble with the Curve*.
  7. Wikipedia (Portuguese) — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Lillard
    Supports: Directing debut, *The Descendants*, television work, and later role descriptions.