John Early

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. 🎭✨

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