Ken Marino
Ken Marino is an American actor, comedian, director, and screenwriter. He was born on December 19, 1968, in Long Island, New York, to an Italian-American family. He attended West Islip High School in West Islip, New York, and then studied at the Lee Strasberg Institute and Tisch School of the Arts at New York University in New York City. Marino began his career as a cast member on MTV's sketch comedy series The State from 1993 to 1995. He has since starred in a number of television shows, including Party Down (2009-2010), Marry Me (2014-2015), Burning Love (2012-2013), and Childrens Hospital (2008-2016). He has also appeared in films such as Wet Hot American Summer (2001), The Ten (2007), Wanderlust (2012), and Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021). Marino is married to actress Erica Oyama, and they have two children together. He is a frequent collaborator with his friend and fellow actor David Wain, and they have worked together on a number of projects, including The State, Wet Hot American Summer, and Childrens Hospital.
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Who is Ken Marino?+
Ken Marino is an American actor, comedian, director, and screenwriter who rose to prominence through the sketch comedy series The State. He is an alumnus of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and a long-time member of the David Wain creative circle.
What is Ken Marino known for?+
He is best known for his performances in ensemble comedies like Party Down and Childrens Hospital, as well as his roles in cult classics such as Wet Hot American Summer.
What kind of work does Ken Marino make?+
His career primarily focuses on character-driven comedy, often utilizing his background in improvisation to blend sketch-style humor with scripted television.
Which films has Ken Marino directed?+
Beyond acting, he has directed several feature films including the comedies How to Be a Latin Lover and Dog Days. Explore his full filmography on Mood.
