Ed Helms

Ed Helms Obvious Child Premiere 2014 (cropped)

Ed Helms
Born	Edward Parker Helms Birth date -1st March 1966 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Alma mater	Oberlin College
Occupation	Actor, comedian, singer
Years active	2002–present
Children	1

Edward Parker Helms (born January 24, 1974) is an American actor, comedian, and singer. He is best known for his work as a correspondent on The Daily Show, as Andy Bernard in the NBC sitcom The Office, and for his role as Stuart Price in The Hangover trilogy.

Early life

Helms was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended The Westminster Schools before enrolling at Oberlin College in Ohio, where he graduated with a degree in film theory and technology. During his time at Oberlin, Helms was also a member of the college's a cappella group, the Obertones.

Career

Early career

Helms began his career in comedy and improvisation in New York City. He performed with various sketch comedy groups and worked as a writer and performer with Upright Citizens Brigade.

The Daily Show

In 2002, Helms joined the cast of The Daily Show as a correspondent. He became known for his satirical and humorous reporting, contributing to the show's success during his tenure.

The Office

Helms joined the cast of The Office in its third season in 2006. He played the role of Andy Bernard, a preppy salesman with anger management issues. His character became a fan favorite, and Helms remained with the show until its conclusion in 2013.

The Hangover

Helms gained widespread recognition for his role as Stuart Price in The Hangover trilogy. The first film, released in 2009, was a major box office success and led to two sequels, released in 2011 and 2013.

Other work

In addition to his work on The Daily Show, The Office, and The Hangover, Helms has appeared in various other films and television shows. He has also lent his voice to animated projects, including The Lorax and Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie.

Personal life

Helms is married and has one child. He is also an accomplished banjo player and has performed with the bluegrass band The Lonesome Trio.

Filmography

Film

• Blackballed: The Bobby Dukes Story (2004)
• Evan Almighty (2007)
• The Hangover (2009)
• Cedar Rapids (2011)
• The Hangover Part II (2011)
• The Hangover Part III (2013)
• Vacation (2015)
• Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017)
• Tag (2018)

Television

• The Daily Show (2002–2006)
• The Office (2006–2013)
• Arrested Development (2004)
• Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2014)
• The Mindy Project (2015)

Awards and nominations

Helms has received several awards and nominations for his work in television and film, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for The Office.

See also

• List of American comedians
• List of Oberlin College alumni