About Will Ferrell
John William Ferrell (born July 16, 1967) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading man roles in comedy films and his work as a television producer. Born in Irvine, California, he attended the University of Southern California and joined the comedy group The Groundlings, where he developed his improvisation skills. He first established himself as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2002, known for impersonations including George W. Bush, before starring in a string of comedy films such as Elf (2003), Anchorman (2004), Talladega Nights (2006), and Step Brothers (2008). He founded the comedy website Funny or Die in 2007 with Adam McKay. Ferrell has received six Primetime Emmy Awards, including for producing the drama series Succession, and was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2011.
Videos (15)
Videos 1 to 15 of 15.
0:12Waking up not remembering how you got home... or if you're even home.
12.1K views
0:09Trying to hint at your parents to take you and your friends to the movies.
5.3K views
0:08Honestly, the best method to stay hydrated.
5.2K views
0:08Your family getting takeout without you.
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0:07Questioning if people who wake up at 6 am to exercise actually exist.
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0:16After you've had your third kid like:
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0:11Trying to impress someone without knowing what you're talking about.
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0:13When trying to act humbles goes a bit too far...
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0:13When you have a different inside joke with someone else.
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0:15Trying to talk trading with your peers, but knowing nothing about it.
2.9K views
0:12When an essay doesn't end with "... and then I woke up".
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0:15Looking back at the cringey videos you took as a teen.
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0:09Falling asleep watching YouTube then waking up at 3 am to videos like this:
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0:11That one child free family member.
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0:13Your bank account the day after you get paid.
1.6K viewsGuest appearances (103)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Will Ferrell.
Guest appearances 97 to 103 of 103.
3:16:08SimpCast! Elon Musk & Donald Trump! Australian’s “No”, Will Ferrell’s Trans Texas
Chrissie Mayr
8.9K views
3:47Will Ferrell's Feelings On 'The Patriotic Chest-Pounding' Of The American Consciousness
Robert Brydon Jones
6.5K views
58:53Pen Pals Podcast - Letters About Senior Year & Corporal Punishment w/ Will Ferrell
Daniel Van Kirk
4.8K views
3:56Will Ferrell Used To Walk The Las Vegas Strip Aged 10
Robert Brydon Jones
4.7K views
1:29Will Ferrell, you have 24 hours to respond or we pulling up to Erewhon
Sydnee Washington
4.5K views
0:59Getting pranked by Will Ferrell
Robert Brydon Jones
4.5K views
3:42Why Will Ferrell Wants Kerry Washington To Run For President
Broderick Dornell Smiley
1.3K viewsChannels on this page: Chrissie Mayr, Robert Brydon Jones, Daniel Van Kirk, Sydnee Washington, Broderick Dornell Smiley
Frequently asked questions
Where did Will Ferrell start in comedy?
Will Ferrell, born John William Ferrell on July 16, 1967 in Irvine, California, attended the University of Southern California and developed his improvisation skills with the comedy group The Groundlings.
When was Will Ferrell on Saturday Night Live?
He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2002, known for impersonations including George W. Bush.
What are Will Ferrell's best-known comedy films?
After leaving the show he starred in comedies such as Elf (2003), Anchorman (2004), Talladega Nights (2006) and Step Brothers (2008).
Who founded Funny or Die?
Will Ferrell founded the comedy website Funny or Die in 2007 together with Adam McKay.
How many Emmy Awards has Will Ferrell won?
Ferrell has received six Primetime Emmy Awards, including for producing the drama series Succession.
Has Will Ferrell won the Mark Twain Prize?
Yes. He was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2011.
