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Will Ferrell is an American actor, comedian, producer, writer, and businessman. He first rose to prominence as a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. He is known for his comedic roles in films such as Elf, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, Step Brothers, and The Other Guys. He co-founded the comedy website Funny Or Die.
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Will Ferrell is a renowned American actor, comedian, writer, and producer widely known for his over-the-top comedic performances. He first gained recognition on Saturday Night Live before transitioning to a successful film career with hits like Elf, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. He co-founded the comedy website Funny Or Die, which has become a platform for original comedic content.
Early Life
Will Ferrell was born John William Ferrell on July 16, 1967, in Irvine, California. He attended the University of Southern California, where he studied sports information and joined the Delta Tau Delta fraternity.
Career
After graduating, Ferrell joined the improv comedy group The Groundlings. In 1995, he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live, where he became known for his impressions and original characters. He left SNL in 2002 to focus on his film career. Ferrell has starred in numerous successful comedies, including Old School, Step Brothers, and The Other Guys. He co-founded the website Funny Or Die in 2007.
Personal Life
Will Ferrell has been married to Swedish actress Viveca Paulin since 2000. They have three sons and reside in Los Angeles.
Awards
While primarily known for comedic roles, Ferrell has received various accolades, including an Emmy nomination for his work on Saturday Night Live and a Tony Award nomination for his Broadway show You're Welcome America. A Final Night with George W. Bush.
Channel Credits
Funny Or Die is a comedy studio creating premium award-winning comedy content featuring top stars and emerging talent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will Ferrell's role in the creation of Funny Or Die?
Will Ferrell is a co-founder of the comedy website Funny Or Die.
When did the Funny Or Die YouTube channel join the platform?
The Funny Or Die YouTube channel joined the platform in April 2007.
What type of content does Funny Or Die produce?
Funny Or Die produces award-winning, premium comedy content featuring today's biggest stars and tomorrow's freshest voices.
Is Will Ferrell involved in any other roles besides co-founding Funny Or Die?
Yes, Will Ferrell is also an actor, comedian, producer, writer, and businessman.
What is one of Will Ferrell's most notable contributions to Funny Or Die?
Will Ferrell's most notable contribution to Funny Or Die includes his involvement in creating and producing comedic content for the platform.
What are Will Ferrell's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Will YouTube channels collectively have over 180.6M subscribers, more than 75,774.5M views, and have uploaded over 238.9K videos.
First name
Will
Last name
Ferrell
Birthdate
July 16, 1967
Age 58
Birth location
Irvine, CA, US
Location
US
Heigth
1.91 meter
Years active
2007 - present
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