Jason Mantzoukas

Jason Mantzoukas is an American actor, comedian, podcaster, and screenwriter known for playing eccentric comic characters in television, film, and animation.

Jason Mantzoukas is an American actor, comedian, podcaster, and screenwriter known for playing eccentric comic characters in television, film, and animation. He is best known for his role as Rafi on *The League* and as a co-host of the podcast *How Did This Get Made?* Born in Nahant, Massachusetts, on December 18, 1972, Mantzoukas has built a career in comedy, improvisation, and writing.

Early life and background

Jason Mantzoukas was born in Nahant, Massachusetts, on December 18, 1972. He is an American entertainer of Greek descent.

Career

Mantzoukas built his career in comedy, improvisation, acting, writing, and podcasting. He became widely known for playing Rafi in the FX comedy series *The League* and later appeared in a range of film, television, and voice roles. He has recurring or notable roles in television series such as *Parks and Recreation*, *Brooklyn Nine-Nine*, *The Good Place*, *Enlightened*, *Kroll Show*, and *Modern Family*. He has also worked as a writer, including screenwriting credits on projects such as *Ride Along*.

Filmography and voice work

His film credits include *Baby Mama*, *I Hate Valentine’s Day*, *The Dictator*, *The Long Dumb Road*, and *John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum*. He is also known for voice acting in animated series such as *Big Mouth*, *Close Enough*, *Invincible*, and *Star Trek: Prodigy*.

Podcasting and comedy work

Mantzoukas is one of the three co-hosts of the film podcast *How Did This Get Made?* with Paul Scheer and June Diane Raphael. He also has a background in improvisational comedy, including work with Upright Citizens Brigade.

Public image

Mantzoukas is often cast as unpredictable or outrageous comic characters, and coverage frequently highlights his distinctive style of humour. This has made him a familiar guest-star presence in American comedy television.