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Born Name:
Jack McBrayer
Born Date:
May 27, 1973
Born Place:
Macon, Georgia
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations:
Actor, comedian
Brief Biography:
Jack McBrayer is best known for his portrayal of the relentlessly cheerful NBC page Kenneth Parcell in the acclaimed comedy series 30 Rock. Celebrated for his distinct Southern drawl and "nice guy" persona, he is also a prolific voice actor.
Early Life and Career Beginnings:
Born in Macon, Georgia, and raised in Conyers, McBrayer studied theater administration at the University of Evansville. Before achieving mainstream success, he honed his comedic skills in Chicago, performing extensively with The Second City and the iO Theater. It was during his time in Chicago that he crossed paths with Tina Fey.
Television and Film Breakthroughs:
McBrayer's television breakthrough came in 2002 when he began appearing in over 80 comedy sketches on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His undeniable charm soon caught the attention of Fey, who cast him as Kenneth Parcell in NBC's 30 Rock (2006–2013). His work on the show earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. Beyond 30 Rock, his live-action television credits include recurring roles on ABC's The Middle, as well as guest appearances on hit shows like The Big Bang Theory and Netflix's Big Mouth. In the film space, McBrayer is known for comedic roles in hit movies such as Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
Voice Acting:
McBrayer's upbeat, boyish vocal quality has made him a highly sought-after voice actor. His most prominent voice credits include:
Fix-It Felix Jr. in Disney's Wreck-It Ralph (2012) and its sequel Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018).
Wander in the Disney XD series Wander Over Yonder.
Irving Du Bois in Disney's Phineas and Ferb.
Clumsy Smurf in the 2017 film Smurfs: The Lost Village.