Jim Zulevic
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Born Name:
Jim Zulevic
Born Date: February 20, 1965
Born Place: Chicago, Illinois
Died Date: January 7, 2006
Died Place: Chicago, Illinois
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, radio host
Brief Biography: Jim Zulevic was a mainstay of the Chicago comedy scene. A prominent alumnus of The Second City (0.5.24), he was known for his sharp wit and versatility, performing alongside future stars like Tina Fey, Rachel Dratch, and Scott Adsit in influential stage revues such as Paradigm Lost (1997). He died suddenly of a heart attack at the age of 40, shortly before he was scheduled to host his weekly radio show in Chicago.
Early Life and Education:
Education: He grew up on Chicago’s Southwest Side, attending Brother Rice High School (0.5.7) and later graduating from Columbia College Chicago (0.5.13) in 1987 with a degree in theater.
Early Mentorship: He was a protégé of Sheldon Patinkin at Columbia College and studied under legendary improv teacher Donny DePollo.
Career Highlights:
The Second City: Zulevic joined the troupe in 1992 and starred in nine stage revues. He also taught improv at both Second City and Columbia College.
Television Credits: He had a prolific career as a character actor, appearing in the Seinfeld (0.5.4) series finale and recurring on Prison Break as an ER doctor. Other notable credits include Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Drew Carey Show, and The Shield.
Film and Writing: He appeared in films such as Matchstick Men (2003) and The Specials (2000). At the time of his death, he was working with Bob Odenkirk on a film script regarding Chicago's infamous "Disco Demolition Night".
Directing: He was a dedicated director for the improv troupe GayCo (0.5.10), where he was lauded for his commitment to social justice and creative mentorship.
Born Date: February 20, 1965
Born Place: Chicago, Illinois
Died Date: January 7, 2006
Died Place: Chicago, Illinois
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, radio host
Brief Biography: Jim Zulevic was a mainstay of the Chicago comedy scene. A prominent alumnus of The Second City (0.5.24), he was known for his sharp wit and versatility, performing alongside future stars like Tina Fey, Rachel Dratch, and Scott Adsit in influential stage revues such as Paradigm Lost (1997). He died suddenly of a heart attack at the age of 40, shortly before he was scheduled to host his weekly radio show in Chicago.
Early Life and Education:
Education: He grew up on Chicago’s Southwest Side, attending Brother Rice High School (0.5.7) and later graduating from Columbia College Chicago (0.5.13) in 1987 with a degree in theater.
Early Mentorship: He was a protégé of Sheldon Patinkin at Columbia College and studied under legendary improv teacher Donny DePollo.
Career Highlights:
The Second City: Zulevic joined the troupe in 1992 and starred in nine stage revues. He also taught improv at both Second City and Columbia College.
Television Credits: He had a prolific career as a character actor, appearing in the Seinfeld (0.5.4) series finale and recurring on Prison Break as an ER doctor. Other notable credits include Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Drew Carey Show, and The Shield.
Film and Writing: He appeared in films such as Matchstick Men (2003) and The Specials (2000). At the time of his death, he was working with Bob Odenkirk on a film script regarding Chicago's infamous "Disco Demolition Night".
Directing: He was a dedicated director for the improv troupe GayCo (0.5.10), where he was lauded for his commitment to social justice and creative mentorship.