Will Ferrell

According to some people, Will Ferrell is the funniest man alive. The well-known actor and comedy film star got his big break in the acting business on the popular Saturday night sketch comedy show, Saturday Night Live, from 1995-2002. On the show, Ferrell took on many characters that helped show off his unique talents in the physical comedy realm.

As many other stars of SNL have done, Ferrell took his newfound success and recognition and moved into film making. His first major film role was in A Night at the Roxbury (1997). He has since appeared in such films as: Old School, Elf, Anchorman, Kicking & Screaming, Talladega Nights, Blades of Glory, Semi-Pro, and Step Brothers.

Ferrell grew up in a nice part of Irvine, California and says his background is the opposite of many other modern-day comedians who talk about tough upbringings. He says he used humor to break the boredom of a routine and convenient lifestyle. Ferrell majored in Sports Information at USC and often combines his passion for sports with his acting. He is a regular in skit appearances on the ESPY’s, the ESPN sports awards show. He also makes occasional visits to the USC football team, and appears in spoof sports-themed commercials.

Ferrell helps teach people in any career path that having fun at what you do is a major part of success. He truly enjoys his “job” and has found continues to do things that he enjoys. His routines and bits are often off-color and shocking. In fact, he regularly manages to be shirtless in skits, movies, or other appearances, despite his less than impressive physique. Ferrell is serious about his work and is committed to being great at his job. Fortunately for him, being great at his job means being himself, and doing what he loves.