Chris Elliott
Chris Elliott is an American actor, comedian, writer, and author known for his work on Late Night with David Letterman, the cult sitcom Get a Life, and roles in films such as Groundhog Day, There's Something About Mary, and Scary Movie 2.
Chris Elliott is an American actor, comedian, writer, and author known for his work on Late Night with David Letterman, the cult sitcom Get a Life, and roles in films such as Groundhog Day, There's Something About Mary, and Scary Movie 2. He also played Roland Schitt on Schitt's Creek and has appeared in multiple television comedies and films.
Early life
Chris Elliott was born in New York City and is the son of comedian Bob Elliott, of the duo Bob and Ray. He later built a career in comedy, writing, and acting.
Career
Elliott began his entertainment career at Late Night with David Letterman, first as a production assistant and later as a writer and performer. He has also written books, including The Guy Under the Sheets.
Notable roles
His best-known screen roles include Get a Life, Cabin Boy, and Schitt's Creek, along with supporting roles in major comedies such as Groundhog Day and There's Something About Mary.
Writing and books
In addition to acting, Elliott has written for television and authored books. His published work includes The Guy Under the Sheets and Daddy's Boy.
Key facts
- Elliott began his entertainment career at Late Night with David Letterman, first as a production assistant and later as a writer and performer.
- He created and starred in the Fox sitcom Get a Life, which became a cult comedy series.
- He has appeared in films including Groundhog Day, There's Something About Mary, Cabin Boy, and Scary Movie 2.
- He played Roland Schitt on the CBC/Pop series Schitt's Creek.
- Elliott has also written books, including The Guy Under the Sheets.
He is directly relevant to Canadian readers through Schitt's Creek, a CBC comedy series in which he played Roland Schitt, and he has won a Canadian Screen Award for that role.
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References
- CBC Media Centre — https://www.cbc.ca/mediacentre/bio/chris-elliottSupports: Biography, occupations, notable works, Schitt's Creek role, books, and Canadian Screen Award mention.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_ElliottSupports: Birth name, birth date, early career at Late Night with David Letterman, and later television credits.
- TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/chris-elliott/bio/3000208581/Supports: Birth name, birthplace, spouse, children, and broad career details.