Ed Helms is a comedic actor and musician known for his work on both the small and big screens. He got his start in show business as a correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and later became a household name for his role as Andy Bernard on the American version of The Office. Since then, Helms has appeared in a number of successful films and TV shows, cementing his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Early Career
Ed Helms was born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1974. He attended Oberlin College in Ohio, where he studied film theory and technology. After college, he moved to New York City and began his career as a writer and performer in the city’s thriving comedy scene.
In 2002, Helms joined The Daily Show with Jon Stewart as a correspondent. His segments were known for their humor and irreverence, and Helms quickly became a fan favorite. He remained with the show for four years, during which time he also began to make a name for himself as an actor.
Breakthrough Role on The Office
In 2006, Helms joined the cast of The Office as Andy Bernard, a bumbling salesman with a penchant for singing a cappella. He quickly became one of the show’s most beloved characters, thanks to his awkward charm and impeccable comedic timing. Helms remained with the show until its ninth and final season, earning critical acclaim for his performance along the way.
Film Success
Since his time on The Office, Ed Helms has become a sought-after film actor. He has appeared in a number of successful comedies, including The Hangover (2009) and its sequels, Cedar Rapids (2011), and We’re the Millers (2013). He has also shown his range as an actor in more serious roles, such as his turn as a struggling musician in the indie drama, Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2011).
More recent projects include a voice role in the animated film “The Boss Baby: Family Business,” and the TV series “Rutherford Falls” in which he plays the lead character Nathan Rutherford.
Music Career
In addition to his acting career, Ed Helms is also an accomplished musician. He plays banjo and guitar, and has performed with a number of bluegrass bands over the years. In 2015, he released a bluegrass album titled “The Lonesome Trio,” which he recorded with two of his friends from college.
Ed Helms has had a successful career in entertainment, transitioning from a correspondent on The Daily Show to a beloved character on The Office, and then to a successful film actor. With his impeccable comedic timing and wide range as an actor, Helms has proven himself to be one of the most talented performers of his generation. We look forward to seeing what he will accomplish next in his career.
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