Michael Showalter

About

Screenwriter and actor who co-wrote and starred in the cult film Wet Hot American Summer. He had two Comedy Central shows: Stella and Michael and Michael Have Issues and he wrote, directed, and starred in the 2005 film The Baxter.

Before Fame

He joined the sketch comedy troupe, The New Group, while a student at NYU and made his television debut as a cast member on MTV's The State.

Trivia

He had a show, the Michael Showalter Show, broadcasted on Collegehumor.com.

Family Life

His mother Elaine was a famous critic. He and his wife, Anne Kalin Ellis, have twin boys.

Associated With

He worked alongside actor Justin Theroux on his film, The Baxter.