Eric André
Born 1983 · Age 42
American comedian, actor, writer, producer, television host and musician best known as creator/host of The Eric Andre Show and for roles in Man Seeking Woman, Disenchantment, and films including The Lion King (2019).
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Born in Boca Raton, Florida
Eric Samuel André was born to an American mother of Ashkenazi Jewish descent and an Afro-Haitian immigrant father (a psychiatrist).
Graduated Dreyfoos School of the Arts
Completed secondary education at Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Enrolled at Berklee College of Music
Began studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston, studying double bass performance.
Began comedy career
Started performing stand-up and pursuing comedy professionally (first known start of career).
Identified artistic genres and comedic style
Began career employing surreal comedy, shock humor, improvisation, anti-humor and cringe comedy — hallmarks of his public persona.
Graduated Berklee College of Music (B.M.)
Received Bachelor of Music degree; studied and performed on double bass.
Film cameo: The Invention of Lying
Performed a cameo role (Man No. 4) in the film The Invention of Lying.
IMDb and industry visibility increases
Accumulated TV and film credits that raised professional profile (multiple small roles and guest spots leading into 2012 breakout).
Appeared in The Awkward Comedy Show and short film
Appeared in The Awkward Comedy Show and the short Thin Skin Passenger.
Cast as Mark on Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23
Co-starred as Mark Reynolds on ABC comedy Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 (22 episodes across 2012–2013).
Created The Eric Andre Show (Adult Swim)
Launched The Eric Andre Show — creator, host, co-writer and executive producer — a surreal parody talk show on Adult Swim (series run 2012–2023).
Guest role on 2 Broke Girls
Guest-starred as Deke (Deacon) on 2 Broke Girls, appearing as Max's love interest and fellow pastry student.
Film: The Internship (small role)
Appeared in the film The Internship (credited as Sid).
Recurring/voice and TV guest appearances expand
Appeared on shows such as Comedy Bang! Bang!, Lucas Bros. Moving Co., and performed various voice and guest roles across TV.
Public interviews and profile pieces increase visibility
Featured in profiles (Grantland, AV Club, interviews) that expanded mainstream press coverage of his comedic style.
Guest appearance on Nocando track 'Eric's Advice (Skit)'
Contributed to a track released March 18, 2014 (guest appearance on other artists' releases under his musical persona).
Released BLARF (EP) under stage name Blarf
Self-released the BLARF EP (musical project under the stage name 'Blarf').
Cast as Mike in Man Seeking Woman
Played Mike on FXX comedy series Man Seeking Woman; series premiered in 2015 (ran through 2017).
Notable publicity: Howard Stern Sybian appearance (reported)
Reportedly became the first man to ride a Sybian on a live broadcast (SiriusXM Howard Stern), generating major publicity.
Film cameo: Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Appeared in the music/film comedy Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (small role).
Public comments on sexuality and identity
Made public statements in interviews addressing sexuality as fluid/bi and identifying as both Black and Jewish in public commentary.
Relationship: Rosario Dawson (began)
Reported to have dated actress Rosario Dawson (relationship ran 2016–2017).
Film: Rough Night
Appeared in the comedy film Rough Night (supporting role).
Man Seeking Woman final season aired
The show's third and final season (ten episodes) ran in early 2017; André's role as Mike concluded.
Executive producer credit: Mostly 4 Millennials
Served as executive producer on the series Mostly 4 Millennials (2018).
Voices Luci in Netflix's Disenchantment
Joined voice cast of Matt Groening's Netflix animated series Disenchantment as Luci (series run 2018–2023, 50 episodes).
Voiced Azizi in The Lion King (2019)
Provided voice of Azizi in Disney's remake of The Lion King.
Guest appearances on other artists' albums (2019)
Credited as a guest on releases including OG Swaggerdick (Aug 9, 2019) and Lee 'Scratch' Perry & Mr. Green (Aug 23, 2019).
Released Cease & Desist (LP) as Blarf
Released full-length album Cease & Desist on Stones Throw Records under the name Blarf.
The Eric Andre Show reaches significant cultural impact
By 2020 the show's blend of surreal pranks and celebrity interviews had made it a touchstone in alternative comedy (seasonal milestones & specials).
Public political endorsement: Bernie Sanders (2020)
Endorsed Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders and participated in campaign phonebanking events.
Practices and publicizes Transcendental Meditation
Noted practitioner of Transcendental Meditation; has described meditation as part of his routine.
Netflix stand-up special: Legalize Everything
Released first Netflix stand-up special 'Legalize Everything'.
Created, co-wrote and starred in Bad Trip (Netflix)
Wrote, produced and starred in the Netflix prank-comedy film Bad Trip (credited writer and producer).
Voice roles in animated features (2021)
Voiced Mark Bowman in The Mitchells vs. the Machines and Darius in Sing 2; expanded voice work in feature animation.
Relationship disclosed with partner met at a farmer's market
Publicly stated in March 2021 he was in a relationship with a woman who didn't initially know he was famous.
Host and executive producer: The Prank Panel
Named host and executive producer of The Prank Panel (television/series role; also linked to ABC prank projects in 2022).
Appeared in Jackass Forever and Jackass 4.5 (guest/writer)
Contributed as guest and writer appearances on Jackass Forever (2022) and Jackass 4.5.
Filed federal lawsuit against Clayton County, Georgia
Filed suit (with Clayton English) alleging racial profiling and illegal searches of airline passengers at Atlanta's Hartsfield–Jackson Airport (challenging constitutionality of the program).
Collaborative film accompaniment: Toro y Moi 'Goes By So Fast' release
Appeared in the short film accompanying Toro y Moi's Mahal; film released and circulated in mid-2022.
Film: Trolls Band Together (voice role)
Provided voice of John Dory in Trolls Band Together (2023 release).
The Eric Andre Show ends its run (series span 2012–2023)
The Eric Andre Show is credited in sources as running from 2012 through 2023; marked the conclusion of the show's run in 2023.
Public statement against Israel–Hamas war
Spoke out publicly against the war between Israel and Hamas (public advocacy noted in 2024–2025 reporting).
Won 2024 Emmy Award (Outstanding Performer, Short Form Comedy/Drama)
Received a 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series for The Eric Andre Show.
Appeal filed in airport search lawsuit (Eleventh Circuit)
After district court dismissed the suit on qualified immunity grounds, André and Clayton English appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in January 2024.
Cast in Happy Gilmore 2 (announced role)
Listed to appear as Steiner in Happy Gilmore 2 (2025 credit).
Future/announced projects in post-production and filming
Listed credits include Animal Friends (2026), Balls Up (TBA), Little Brother (filming) — ongoing film commitments.
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