Ed Helms Biography

Occup.Comedian
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BornJanuary 24, 1974
Age50 years
Early Life and also Education
Ed Helms was born as Edward Parker Helms on January 24, 1974, in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. His parents, John A. Helms as well as Pamela Ann Parker, elevated him together with his two siblings, an older sibling named Susan as well as a more youthful bro named Paxton. Ed and his family members are of Scotch-English descent, as well as he was brought up in a Protestant house.

Helms attended The Westminster Schools, a private primary school in Atlanta, where he presented a very early rate of interest in the carrying out arts. He then took place to examine at Oberlin College in Ohio, where he finished with a BA in Film Theory and also Technology, and additionally ended up being interested in comedy and improv performing. While at Oberlin, he signed up with the sketch comedy performers "Troubadour" as well as was additionally a member of the university's improv group, "Theatersports".

Early Career and also The Daily Show
After graduating from college, Helms relocated to New York City to go after an occupation in funny. He obtained his beginning at the popular Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, where he refined his improvisational skills as well as performed together with several of today's most successful comics such as Amy Poehler, Horatio Sanz, as well as Rob Corddry.

In 2002, Helms' comedic ability and also experience caused a work as a correspondent on Jon Stewart's prominent ridiculing information program, "The Daily Show". Helms rapidly ended up being a favored among audiences, mixing comprehensive coverage skills with a comedic panache. He stayed on the program until 2006, during which time he additionally began emerging in prominent television shows such as "Arrested Development", "Curb Your Enthusiasm", as well as "Cheap Seats".

The Office as well as Film Breakthrough
Ed's luck in the entertainment industry came when he was cast as Andy Bernard on the U.S. variation of the hit television program "The Office" in 2006. Helms' portrayal of the lovably eccentric and occasionally unstable character endeared him to countless visitors as well as caused a much more famous role on the show in its later seasons.

Throughout his time on "The Office", Helms also began to get into the film market with sustaining functions in effective movies such as "Evan Almighty", "Semi-Pro", and also "Meet Dave". However, it was his role as Stu Price in the smash-hit funny "The Hangover" in 2009 that really introduced his film occupation. The success of the movie and also its sequels helped solidify Helms as a comedic leading man in Hollywood.

Starring Roles and Continued Success
Following the success of "The Hangover" and its sequels, Helms continued to discover success in both television and movie. He starred together with Jason Segel and also Susan Sarandon in the 2011 comedy-drama "Jeff, Who Lives in the house". He likewise provided his voice to the prominent animated movies "The Lorax" and "Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie".

In 2015, Helms handled the legendary role of Rusty Griswold in the reboot of the "National Lampoon's Vacation" franchise business, starring contrary Christina Applegate in "Vacation". On TV, he made memorable guest looks on hit shows such as "Brooklyn Nine-Nine", "BoJack Horseman", and "The Mindy Project".

Personal Life and Philanthropy
Ed Helms continues to be energetic as an actor, manufacturer, as well as writer while preserving a subtle personal life. He is known for his kind efforts, commonly supporting organizations that focus on environmental and wildlife conservation, such as the Nature Conservancy and Conservation International. Helms is also an established artist, playing the banjo and piano, as well as often integrating music into his efficiencies and acting roles.

Helms' journey from his very early days in Atlanta to his effective job in Hollywood works as an inspiration for aiming comics and actors that with effort, decision, and obvious ability, one can accomplish great heights in the show business.

Our collection contains 16 quotes who is written / told by Ed.

Related authors: Susan Sarandon (Actress), Amy Poehler (Comedian), Christina Applegate (Actress), Jon Stewart (Entertainer), Jason Segel (Actor), Ice T (Musician), Rob Corddry (Comedian)

16 Famous quotes by Ed Helms

Small: I feel like Im worried about my later years in life because I feel like Im using up so much good karma
"I feel like I'm worried about my later years in life because I feel like I'm using up so much good karma right now. There's going to be some sort of karmic backlash somewhere down the road"
Small: First there was the New Hampshire primary, and we had nearly a year leading up to it. And now, look! Th
"First there was the New Hampshire primary, and we had nearly a year leading up to it. And now, look! Three primaries in one weekend! How many of these things are they going to have?"
Small: You take a vacation to a place like Thailand and youre ready for the excitement of something new and fo
"You take a vacation to a place like Thailand and you're ready for the excitement of something new and foreign. But when you're working 14-hour days, all you want is something familiar to ground you. And there's just nothing there"
Small: Vulnerability is huge. I love to see that in characters. Its something I feel like a lot of my comedic
"Vulnerability is huge. I love to see that in characters. It's something I feel like a lot of my comedic heroes have always done"
Small: This may come as a surprise, given the nature of my job, but I am very guarded and contemplative. Im no
"This may come as a surprise, given the nature of my job, but I am very guarded and contemplative. I'm not a naturally boisterous person"
Small: Im kind of embarrassed by how quickly I adjusted to L.A. I really love it. Its so pleasant
"I'm kind of embarrassed by how quickly I adjusted to L.A. I really love it. It's so pleasant"
Small: I like being from a city that is not entrenched in show business. When youre in New York City or Los An
"I like being from a city that is not entrenched in show business. When you're in New York City or Los Angeles, even if you're not dealing with show business, there's still this sense that it's the center of the universe"
Small: When youre playing a fictional character reacting to the real world, its incredibly difficult and confu
"When you're playing a fictional character reacting to the real world, it's incredibly difficult and confusing and kind of messes with your values a bit"
Small: My friend and I sang an a cappella rendition of Extremes More Than Words at one of our football pep ral
"My friend and I sang an a cappella rendition of Extreme's 'More Than Words' at one of our football pep rallies in a desperate attempt to look cool. For a while, I wore pink Converse All Stars because I thought it made me seem daring and irreverent"
Small: I try to explain to people that you get the roles that are right when theyre right. If you have a nerd
"I try to explain to people that you get the roles that are right when they're right. If you have a nerd character but you're kind of a cool guy, you're probably not going to get the nerd part. The nerd is going to get the nerd part. You know, someone like me"
Small: Its incredibly fun to play someone that you dont like. It exorcises your own demons in a way. Its catha
"It's incredibly fun to play someone that you don't like. It exorcises your own demons in a way. It's cathartic. We all have things that we don't like about ourselves, little things. And I get to amplify those things and put them out there. It's fun and it has a cleansing effect"
Small: I had envisioned doing comedy since childhood. For sure
"I had envisioned doing comedy since childhood. For sure"
Small: Im a very jaded and cynical person
"I'm a very jaded and cynical person"
Small: April is tax month. If you are having trouble filing your taxes, then you should hire an accountant.
"April is tax month. If you are having trouble filing your taxes, then you should hire an accountant. They'll give you the same advice that they've given hundreds of corporations - taxes are for douche bags"
Small: When youre in New York City or Los Angeles, even if youre not dealing with show business, theres still
"When you're in New York City or Los Angeles, even if you're not dealing with show business, there's still this sense that it's the center of the universe. And I think that's a really dangerous, limiting mindset"
Small: I happen to think singing is hilarious, especially when it pops out at the wrong time
"I happen to think singing is hilarious, especially when it pops out at the wrong time"