Albert Brooks is an American actor, voice actor, writer, comedian and director. Brooks received an Academy Award nomination in 1987. Albert Brooks voice acting credits include Marlin the clownfish in Finding Nemo and recurring guest voices for the animated television series The Simpsons.

Albert is the son of Thelma Leeds, a singer, and Harry Einstein, a radio comedian. Brooks brothers are comedic actor Bob Einstein, and Cliff E., a partner and longtime chief creative officer.

His half brother was Charles Einstein. Albert Brooks grew up among show business royalty in southern California, attending Beverly Hills High School. Albert has no family relation to Mel Brooks.