Will Ferrell

Actor and comedian from Saturday Night Live

Will Ferrell - Actor and comedian from Saturday Night Live
Born

July 16th, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1967, this actor and comedian gained prominence through a successful tenure on the television show Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2002. Following SNL, this individual starred in various popular films, establishing a strong comedic persona. The film Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy became a cultural touchstone, showcasing a unique blend of absurdity and satire. Other notable projects included the films Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and Step Brothers, both of which achieved commercial success and contributed to a lasting legacy in modern comedy. This individual also ventured into producing and has been involved in projects beyond acting, including the creation of the comedy series The Other Guys and the production company Gary Sanchez Productions.

Starred in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Produced and starred in Step Brothers

Featured in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby

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