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Andy Samberg

Andy Samberg is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer and musician, best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and as a member of The Lonely Island.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Andy Samberg is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer and musician best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and as a member of The Lonely Island. He is widely recognized for starring as Jake Peralta on Brooklyn Nine-Nine and for voice roles in animated films.

Early life

Andy Samberg was born in Berkeley, California, on August 18, 1978. His birth name is Andrew David Samberg.

Career

Samberg rose to prominence as a cast member and writer on Saturday Night Live from 2005 to 2012, particularly through digital shorts created with The Lonely Island. He later starred as Jake Peralta in Brooklyn Nine-Nine from 2013 to 2021. His film and voice work includes Hot Rod, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, Hotel Transylvania 2, and Storks.

Awards and recognition

Samberg has won a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. His work in television comedy has been a major part of his recognition.

Personal life

Samberg married singer-songwriter Joanna Newsom in 2013. The couple has children.

Key facts

  • Samberg was born in Berkeley, California, on August 18, 1978.
  • He rose to prominence as a cast member and writer on Saturday Night Live from 2005 to 2012.
  • He is a member of the comedy music group The Lonely Island.
  • He starred as Jake Peralta in Brooklyn Nine-Nine from 2013 to 2021.
  • He married Joanna Newsom in 2013 and has won a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award.
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Canadian context

Brooklyn Nine-Nine and several of Samberg's films and voice roles were widely distributed and popular in Canada, making him familiar to Canadian television and film audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Andy Samberg?
Andy Samberg is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer and musician best known for Saturday Night Live, The Lonely Island and Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
How old is Andy Samberg?
He was born on August 18, 1978, which makes him 46 years old.
What is Andy Samberg known for?
He is known for his comedy work on Saturday Night Live, his music-comedy group The Lonely Island, and starring as Jake Peralta on Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Is Andy Samberg married?
Yes. He has been married to singer-songwriter Joanna Newsom since 2013.
Andy Samberg movies and TV shows?
Notable credits include Saturday Night Live, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, I Love You, Man, Hot Rod, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, Hotel Transylvania 2, Storks, Brigsby Bear and Palm Springs.
Andy Samberg Brooklyn Nine-Nine?
He starred as Detective Jake Peralta in Brooklyn Nine-Nine from 2013 to 2021, and the role became one of his best-known performances.

References

  1. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Andy-Samberg
    Supports: Birth date and place, occupation, spouse, awards, and selected filmography/TV credits.
  2. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/andy-samberg
    Supports: Career overview, The Lonely Island, Saturday Night Live, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and marriage to Joanna Newsom.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1676221/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date and place, Brooklyn Nine-Nine role, and marriage information.
  4. EBSCO Research Starters — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/andy-samberg
    Supports: Biography, SNL digital shorts, The Lonely Island, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/1180167-andy_samberg
    Supports: Selected movies and television credits and Brooklyn Nine-Nine casting.