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Bill Hader

Bill Hader is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for creating and starring in the HBO series Barry.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bill Hader is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for creating and starring in the HBO series Barry. He has also appeared in films and voice roles including Inside Out, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and It Chapter Two.

Early life

Bill Hader was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on June 7, 1978. He studied at Scottsdale Community College and the Art Institute of Phoenix before pursuing work in comedy and film.

Saturday Night Live

Hader joined Saturday Night Live in 2005 and remained with the show until 2013. He became known for character work, impressions, and recurring sketches.

Barry

Barry, which ran on HBO from 2018 to 2023, was created by Hader and Alec Berg. Hader starred as the title character and also worked on the series as a writer and director.

Film and voice acting

Hader has appeared in live-action films and voiced animated characters. His notable screen roles include Richie Tozier in It Chapter Two and voice performances in Inside Out and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.

Key facts

  • Bill Hader was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 2005 to 2013.
  • He created, wrote, directed, and starred in the HBO series Barry.
  • He has performed voice roles in animated films, including Fear in Inside Out and Flint Lockwood in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.
  • He has appeared in films such as Superbad, Tropic Thunder, and It Chapter Two.
  • He received Emmy recognition for his work on television, including Barry and SNL-related performances.
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Canadian context

Barry was widely distributed in Canada through HBO/streaming platforms, and Hader’s films and voice roles have been part of mainstream Canadian entertainment coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bill Hader?
Bill Hader is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director best known for Saturday Night Live and Barry.
When was Bill Hader born?
He was born on June 7, 1978.
What is Bill Hader best known for?
He is best known for his SNL work and for creating and starring in the HBO series Barry.
Did Bill Hader work in voice acting?
Yes. He voiced characters such as Fear in Inside Out and Flint Lockwood in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.
Is Bill Hader married?
He was married to filmmaker Maggie Carey; the marriage ended in divorce.

References

  1. EBSCO — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/bill-hader
    Supports: Birth date and place, education, SNL and Barry career details
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0352778/
    Supports: SNL tenure, Barry, film and voice roles, spouse and children
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0352778/bio/
    Supports: Birth date and place, American comedian and actor description
  4. New York Film Academy — https://www.nyfa.edu/alumni/bill-hader/
    Supports: Professional roles as actor, writer, producer, comedian
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/bill-hader/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, spouse