Chris Parnell

Actor and comedian in Saturday Night Live

Chris Parnell - Actor and comedian in Saturday Night Live
Born

February 5th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and comedian achieved recognition for performances on Saturday Night Live as a cast member from 1998 to 2006. Provided voice work for characters in animated series such as Archer and Rick and Morty. Appeared in films including Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Contributed to various television shows, showcasing a versatile comedic style throughout a successful career in comedy and acting.

Served as a cast member on Saturday Night Live

Voiced characters in Archer and Rick and Morty

Appeared in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

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