John Early

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Profile Summary: John Early
- Full Name: John Early
- Birthday: January 21, 1988
- Age: 36 years old (as of 2024)
- Birthplace: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Undisclosed (raised in a multicultural religious household)
- Sexuality: Openly gay; humorously references dating life on social media.
Career & Achievements
Comedy & Acting
- Breakthrough: Starred in his solo episode of Netflix’s The Characters (2016), blending absurdist humor and character-driven sketches.
- Notable Roles:
- John Early in Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp (2015).
- Guest appearances on 30 Rock, Broad City, Difficult People, and Drunk History (as Dalton Crespin in Bob’s Burgers).
- Film roles in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016) and Beatriz at Dinner (2017) with Salma Hayek.
- Live Performances:
- Solo show “Truly Me” (theatrical comedy exploring identity and narcissism).
- Co-hosted Showgasm (monthly variety show at Ars Nova, NYC) and weekly stand-up at Cake Shop.
Collaborations:
- A frequent partner with comedian Kate Berlant in sketch performances.
- Works with Hamm Samwick on mixed-media comedy projects.
Awards:
- Nominated for Gotham Independent Film Award (Breakthrough Series – Short Form).
Early Life & Background
- Family: Son of Presbyterian (father) and Disciples of Christ (mother) ministers; raised in a devout Christian environment.
- Education:
- Attended Nashville University School.
- Graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a focus on acting.
- Early Influences: Admired actress Toni Collette, ran a fan site for her as a teen.
Personal Life
- Relationships: Openly gay but keeps dating life private; jokes about fictional “girlfriends” on Twitter. Frequently seen with comedy partner Kate Berlant (platonic).
- Personality: Known for self-deprecating humor and satirizing narcissism in his work.
Cultural Impact
- Queer Representation: Uses humor to explore LGBTQ+ identity without conforming to stereotypes.
- Comedy Style: Blends camp, irony, and meta-commentary; often compared to Andy Kaufman and Lily Tomlin.
Trivia
- Fan Site Legacy: Ran a Toni Collette fan site at age 11 after obsessing over Muriel’s Wedding.
- Voice Acting: Voiced brunch blogger Dalton Crespin in Bob’s Burgers.
- Festivals: Performed at Just For Laughs Montreal, Bonnaroo, and South by Southwest.
Legacy: John Early redefines millennial comedy with his sharp, genre-bending satire. From Nashville preacher’s kid to NYC alt-comedy darling, he skewers narcissism and fame while carving a niche as a queer icon in indie entertainment. 🎭✨