Allan Havey
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Born Name:
Allan Havey
Born Date: September 19, 1954
Born Place: St. Louis, Missouri
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Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, talk show host
Brief Biography: Allan Havey is known for his quick wit, observational comedy, and roles in acclaimed television series. He has been a fixture in the comedy scene since the early 1980s, often described by The New York Times as "cocksure, irreverent, and very funny".
Early Life and Career:
Havey moved to Miami, Florida, as a child.
Education: He earned an associate degree in theater at Miami Dade Community College and a B.F.A. in acting from Florida State University.
Stand-up Beginnings: He moved to New York City in 1978 and became a regular at the legendary Improvisation comedy club.
Television Debut: Havey made his national television debut on Late Night with David Letterman in 1986, leading to multiple appearances over the following decades.
Night After Night (1989–1992):
In 1989, Havey was selected by HBO Downtown Productions to host [Night After Night with Allan Havey] on The Comedy Channel (later Comedy Central). The nightly show featured his unique stream-of-consciousness humor, celebrity interviews, and improvised bits with his production crew. The show became a cult classic.
Notable Acting Roles:
Havey has transitioned successfully into acting, landing roles in both television and film:
Mad Men: He played the recurring role of Lou Avery in seasons six and seven, a character described by TV Guide as "the most hated man on television".
Billions: He played the role of Karl Allerd for 36 episodes.
The Paper (2025): He guest-starred as Marv, the CAO of Enervate, in this Peacock series.
Other TV Appearances: Curb Your Enthusiasm, Seinfeld, The Office (as Mr. Bruegger), Love, Bosch, GLOW, and The Sarah Silverman Program.
Film: Hail, Caesar!, The Informant!, Internal Affairs, Rounders, and Checking Out.
Key Career Highlights:
HBO Specials: Created two Cable Ace Award-nominated performances: One Night Stand and Command Performance.
Letterman Consideration: He was considered as a potential replacement for David Letterman on Late Night when Letterman moved to CBS.
Comedy Style: Known for being a "comedian's comedian" with a focus on intense, high-energy storytelling.
Born Date: September 19, 1954
Born Place: St. Louis, Missouri
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, talk show host
Brief Biography: Allan Havey is known for his quick wit, observational comedy, and roles in acclaimed television series. He has been a fixture in the comedy scene since the early 1980s, often described by The New York Times as "cocksure, irreverent, and very funny".
Early Life and Career:
Havey moved to Miami, Florida, as a child.
Education: He earned an associate degree in theater at Miami Dade Community College and a B.F.A. in acting from Florida State University.
Stand-up Beginnings: He moved to New York City in 1978 and became a regular at the legendary Improvisation comedy club.
Television Debut: Havey made his national television debut on Late Night with David Letterman in 1986, leading to multiple appearances over the following decades.
Night After Night (1989–1992):
In 1989, Havey was selected by HBO Downtown Productions to host [Night After Night with Allan Havey] on The Comedy Channel (later Comedy Central). The nightly show featured his unique stream-of-consciousness humor, celebrity interviews, and improvised bits with his production crew. The show became a cult classic.
Notable Acting Roles:
Havey has transitioned successfully into acting, landing roles in both television and film:
Mad Men: He played the recurring role of Lou Avery in seasons six and seven, a character described by TV Guide as "the most hated man on television".
Billions: He played the role of Karl Allerd for 36 episodes.
The Paper (2025): He guest-starred as Marv, the CAO of Enervate, in this Peacock series.
Other TV Appearances: Curb Your Enthusiasm, Seinfeld, The Office (as Mr. Bruegger), Love, Bosch, GLOW, and The Sarah Silverman Program.
Film: Hail, Caesar!, The Informant!, Internal Affairs, Rounders, and Checking Out.
Key Career Highlights:
HBO Specials: Created two Cable Ace Award-nominated performances: One Night Stand and Command Performance.
Letterman Consideration: He was considered as a potential replacement for David Letterman on Late Night when Letterman moved to CBS.
Comedy Style: Known for being a "comedian's comedian" with a focus on intense, high-energy storytelling.