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Nick Kroll

Nick Kroll is an American comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his work in television, film, and voice acting.

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

Nick Kroll is an American comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his work in television, film, and voice acting. He gained widespread recognition for playing Rodney Ruxin on the FX series *The League* and for co-creating and starring in the Comedy Central sketch series *Kroll Show* and the animated series *Big Mouth*. His work in the North American entertainment market has been widely distributed in Canada, making him relevant to Canadian audiences through streaming and television.

Early life and education

Nick Kroll was born in New York City and raised in the New York area. He attended Georgetown University before moving into television writing and comedy.

Television career

Kroll became widely known for his role as Rodney Ruxin on the FX series *The League*, which ran for seven seasons. He later created the Comedy Central sketch series *Kroll Show*, a sketch-comedy series built around recurring characters and parodies. He also co-created, wrote for, and voiced characters in the animated series *Big Mouth*.

Film and voice work

Kroll has appeared in a range of films, including comedy roles and voice performances in animated features. His film credits include supporting and voice roles in comedies and animated films.

Style and recognition

Kroll is associated with character-driven sketch comedy, stand-up, and ensemble television comedy. He has been described by entertainment sources as a versatile comedian, writer, producer, and actor.

Key facts

  • Nick Kroll began his career in stand-up and sketch comedy.
  • He played Rodney Ruxin on the FX series *The League*.
  • He co-created and starred in the Comedy Central sketch series *Kroll Show*.
  • He co-created, wrote for, and voiced characters in the animated series *Big Mouth*.
  • His film credits include supporting and voice roles in comedies and animated films.
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Canadian context

Nick Kroll is relevant to Canadian readers through the broad North American entertainment market, especially via streaming and television series that have been widely distributed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nick Kroll?
Nick Kroll is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and voice artist known for television comedy and voice work.
What is Nick Kroll best known for?
He is best known for playing Rodney Ruxin on *The League* and for co-creating and starring in *Kroll Show* and *Big Mouth*.
When was Nick Kroll born?
He was born on June 5, 1978.
What did Nick Kroll study in university?
He attended Georgetown University.
What kind of comedy is Nick Kroll known for?
He is known for stand-up, sketch comedy, character work, and voice acting.

References

  1. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1802209/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, occupations, and major credits including *The League* and *Kroll Show*.
  2. Tribute.cahttps://www.tribute.ca/people/biography/nick-kroll/47014/
    Supports: Birthplace, education at Georgetown University, and early career background.
  3. TV Insiderhttps://www.tvinsider.com/people/nick-kroll/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, major television roles, and career description.
  4. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Kroll
    Supports: Career overview, major television and film credits, and co-creation of *Big Mouth*.