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William Edward Crystal Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 15, 2026: By Richard Newman

William Edward Crystal is an American actor best known for playing Harry Burns in the film When Harry Met Sally.

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Best Known For:The film When Harry Met Sally
Breakthrough:Became a household name as a cast member on Saturday Night Live in 1984

10 Quick Facts About William Edward Crystal

  • Full Name: William Edward Crystal
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The film When Harry Met Sally
  • Date of Birth: March 14, 1948
  • Age: 78 years old
  • Place of Birth: Manhattan, New York
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Janice Crystal
  • Popular As: Billy Crystal
Billy Crystal
Billy Crystal

William Edward Crystal Age

William Edward Crystal is about 78 years old as of 2026. William Edward Crystal was born in 1948.

William Edward Crystal Height

William Edward Crystal stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches. This is approximately 170 cm.

Education

He attended New York University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Arts.

  • New York University
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Fine Arts
    • Field of Study: Fine Arts
    • Period: 1970

Rise to Fame

William Edward Crystal rose to prominence for his role in the film When Harry Met Sally.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include When Harry Met Sally and City Slickers.

  • Film: When Harry Met Sally (Harry Burns, 1989)
  • Film: City Slickers (Mitch Robbins, 1991)

Awards & Achievements

  • Tony Award — American Theatre Wing — 700 Sundays

William Edward Crystal Net Worth

William Edward Crystal's net worth is estimated to be between 60000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.

William Edward Crystal Family & Relationships

William Edward Crystal is married to Janice Crystal. He has 2 children, Jennifer Crystal Foley and Lindsay Crystal.

  • Father: Jack Crystal
  • Mother: Helen Crystal
  • Siblings:
    • Joel Crystal
    • Richard Crystal
  • Children:
    • Jennifer Crystal Foley (1973)
    • Lindsay Crystal (1977)

Personal Information

  • Full Name: William Edward Crystal
  • Popular As: Billy Crystal
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: March 14, 1948
  • Age: 78
  • Birthday: March 14
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces
  • Place of Birth: Manhattan, New York

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 7 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Jack Crystal
  • Mother: Helen Crystal
  • Siblings: 2 siblings
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Janice Crystal

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
  • Source of Income: Business

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  • Janice Crystal (Spouse • Wife)

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