Chris Eckert
American actor, comedian and writer
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Chris Eckert (born February 22, 1986) is an American actor, comedian and writer who is a current main company member of The Groundlings,[1] and has appearances in shows such as Raising Hope, Super Fun Night, The Comeback, and Mad TV.
BornFebruary 22, 1986
AlmamaterAmerican Academy of Dramatic Arts
Occupations
- Actor
- comedian
- writer
Yearsactive2009–present
Chris Eckert | |
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Chris Eckert at Groundlings event. | |
| Born | February 22, 1986 |
| Alma mater | American Academy of Dramatic Arts |
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| Years active | 2009–present |
Life and career
Chris Eckert was born in Oakland, California. He attended Hayward High School and graduated in 2004. He then attended and graduated from The American Academy Of Dramatic Arts.[2] He is a member of The Groundlings,[3] an improv and sketch comedy troupe based in Los Angeles. In 2015, Eckert starred in a campaign for Fiat and NBCUniversal opposite Bobby Moynihan.[4] Eckert is the grandson of decorated British officer Sandy Smith.
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Mad TV | Nick Jonas | Episode: #14.12 |
| 2012 | Raising Hope | Jordon | Episode: "Don't Ask Don't Tell Me What To Do" |
| 2014 | Super Fun Night | Carl | Episode: "Hostile Makeover" |
| 2014 | The Comeback | Groundling No. 1 | Episode: "Valerie Saves The Show" |
| 2016 | Go-Go Boy Interrupted | Jonathan | 3 episodes |
| 2023-2025 | Ghosts | George | 2 episodes |
