Zach Galifianakis

Zach Galifianakis is an actor, comedian, and writer known for his unique brand of humor and distinctive on-screen persona. Raised in a Greek-American family, Galifianakis developed a flair for comedy early on, honing his skills through various stand-up performances and improv work.

He attended North Carolina State University but left before graduating to pursue his passion for comedy and acting. Moving to New York City, Galifianakis started performing at local comedy clubs, gradually making a name for himself with his unconventional style, which often included surreal humor and deadpan delivery.

Galifianakis gained significant recognition with his role as Alan Garner in the 2009 blockbuster comedy "The Hangover," directed by Todd Phillips. The film's success, along with its subsequent sequels, catapulted him to international fame. His portrayal of the eccentric, socially awkward Alan garnered critical acclaim and endeared him to a broad audience.

Beyond "The Hangover," Galifianakis has showcased his versatility in a variety of roles across both film and television. His notable film credits include "Due Date" (2010), "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" (2014), and "Masterminds" (2016), among others. On television, he is well-known for his web series "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis," where he conducted absurd, often uncomfortable interviews with celebrities, blending satire and awkward humor. The program spawned a film adaptation on Netflix. "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis: The Movie, Sorta Uncut Interviews" received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Short Form Variety Series nomination. Upcoming credits for Galifianakis include the feature film black comedy "Winner" and the fourth season of Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building."

In addition to his on-screen work, Galifianakis has been involved in voice acting, lending his voice to animated films such as "Puss in Boots" (2011), "The Lego Batman Movie" (2017), "Missing Link" (2019), "Ron's Gone Wrong" (2021) and "The Bob's Burgers Movie" (2022).