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By Andrew Droid Webber

Updated 18 March 2023

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Credit	Zach Galifianakis @ Inside Joke, UCBT NYC - Mar 6, 2008
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American actor and comedian

Zach Galifianakis is ...

Alive

Born	1 October 1969 in Wilkesboro
Age	53 years, 5 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	United States of America
Birth name	Zacharius Knight Galifianakis
Occupation	actor, television actor, screenwriter, film actor, voice actor, comedian and film producer
Awards	MTV Movie & TV Awards
Twitter username	galifianakisz
Relative	Nick Galifianakis
Educated at	North Carolina State University and Wilkes Central High School

About Zach Galifianakis

Zach Galifianakis: The Unpredictable Comedian

Zach Galifianakis is one of the most unpredictable comedians in the entertainment industry. Born on October 1, 1969, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Galifianakis started his career as a stand-up comedian in the late 1990s. He quickly gained a reputation for his offbeat humor and unconventional style, which often involved him playing the role of a clueless, socially awkward character.

Galifianakis' breakthrough came in 2001 when he starred in the Comedy Central series "Comedy Central Presents." He went on to appear in several films and television shows, including "Tru Calling," "Boston Legal," and "The Sarah Silverman Program." However, it was his role as Alan Garner in the 2009 film "The Hangover" that catapulted him to mainstream success.

Galifianakis' unique brand of humor has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. He has won two Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on the web series "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis," in which he interviews celebrities in a hilariously awkward and uncomfortable manner.

Despite his success, Galifianakis remains humble and grounded. He is known for his philanthropic work, supporting causes such as the homeless and the LGBTQ+ community. He is also an advocate for mental health awareness, having spoken openly about his struggles with anxiety and depression.

Galifianakis' career continues to thrive, with upcoming projects including the film "The Jesus Rolls" and the animated series "The Lego Batman Movie." He remains one of the most beloved and unpredictable comedians in the industry, always keeping audiences on their toes with his unique brand of humor.

References:

- "Zach Galifianakis." IMDb, IMDb.com, www.imdb.com/name/nm0302108/.

- "Zach Galifianakis Biography." Biography.com, A&E Television Networks, 29 May 2020, www.biography.com/actor/zach-galifianakis.

- "Zach Galifianakis." Rolling Stone, Rolling Stone, www.rollingstone.com/t/zach-galifianakis/.

Films - which cast members have died?

Zach Galifianakis has been a part of these films.

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Birdman

2014 film directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu

The Muppets

2011 film by James Bobin

Up in the Air

2009 comedy-drama film adaptation of the Kirn novel starring George Clooney

Muppets Most Wanted

2014 film produced by Walt Disney Pictures

A Wrinkle in Time

2018 film released by Walt Disney Pictures

2011 in film

2011 film by Todd Phillips

The Hangover

2009 film by Todd Phillips

The Hangover Part III

2013 American comedy film

Into the Wild

2007 film by Sean Penn based on the travels of Christopher McCandless

Tulip Fever

2016 film by Justin Chadwick

Missing Link

2019 stop-motion animated film directed by Chris Butler

Masterminds

2015 film by Jared Hess

Lennon or McCartney

2014 film

G-Force

2009 film produced by Walt Disney Pictures

It's Kind of a Funny Story

2010 film by Ryan Fleck, Anna Boden

Keeping Up with the Joneses

2016 film by Greg Mottola

Dinner for Schmucks

2010 film by Jay Roach

Due Date

2010 American comedy road film

Heartbreakers

2001 American comedy film directed by David Mirkin

What Happens in Vegas

2008 romantic comedy movie directed by Tom Vaughan

The Campaign

2012 film by Jay Roach

Youth in Revolt

2009 film by Miguel Arteta

Bubble Boy

2001 film directed by Blair Hayes

Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie

2012 film by Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim

Gigantic

Below

2002 film by David Twohy

Between Two Ferns: The Movie

American comedy film

Operation: Endgame

Corky Romano

Are You Here

2013 American Comedy film

Out Cold

2001 film by The Malloys

Queen Mimi

2015 film by Yaniv Rokah

Visioneers

The Ballad of G.I. Joe

Mansome

Little Fish, Strange Pond

2009 film by Gregory Dark

Flushed

Television - which cast members have died?

Zach Galifianakis has been a part of these shows.

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The Simpsons

American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening

Saturday Night Live

American late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show

American Dad!

American animated comedic sitcom

Bored to Death

American comedy television series

Baskets

American television comedy series

Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!

Reno 911!

American comedy television series

Tru Calling

The Sarah Silverman Program

television series

TripTank

television series

Kroll Show

TV series

Bajillion Dollar Propertie$

Wonder Showzen

Cake

anthology TV series

Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis

The Chris Gethard Show

phone-in comedy and variety talk show

Comedy Bang Bang

improvisational comedy television series

Tom Goes to the Mayor