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Born Name:
William Frederic Burr
Born Date:
June 10, 1968
Born Place:
Canton, Massachusetts
Died Date:
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Occupations:
Stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, writer, director
Brief Biography:
William Frederic Burr is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and director renowned for his "rage-fueled" observational humor and confrontational style. Rising from the Boston comedy scene, he has become one of the most prominent voices in modern comedy, frequently headlining major venues like Madison Square Garden and Fenway Park.
Early Life and Education:
Education: After graduating from Canton High School in 1987, he briefly attended North Carolina State University before earning a bachelor’s degree in communications from Emerson College in 1993.
Pre-Comedy Jobs: Before his career took off, he worked in warehouses and even served as a dental hygienist for his father.
Television & Film:
F Is for Family: Created, co-wrote, and voiced the lead character (Frank Murphy) in this Netflix animated series (2015–2021).
Breaking Bad: Played the recurring role of Patrick Kuby, one of Saul Goodman's henchmen.
The Mandalorian: Portrays Migs Mayfeld in the Disney+ series.
Old Dads (2023): Marked his feature-length directorial debut, which he also co-wrote and starred in.
Podcasting: He has hosted the Monday Morning Podcast twice weekly since May 2007, where he offers off-the-cuff commentary on sports and current events.
Live Performance: In 2022, he became the first comedian to perform a sold-out show at Fenway Park in Boston.