Ken Marino
Birth Name:
Kenneth Joseph Marino
Birth Place:
West Islip, New York, United States
Profession
Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Soundtrack, Assistant director, Script department
Fast Facts
- In April 2013, he attended the Hilarity for Charity fundraiser, which benefits the Alzheimer's Association
- Was nominated for a CableACE award for his work with "The State" in 1995
- Studied acting at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and the Lee Strasberg Institute
- Frequently collaborates with writer David Wain on projects
- Is primarily recognized for his take on comedic roles
- Drew inspiration from his father's past as a clam digger while writing the script for "Diggers․"
- Played a part in a pre-ride video for an Aerosmith-themed rollercoaster at a Disney theme park
Awards
- 1995CableACE - Comedy Series:Nominated
- 2013Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Special Class - Short-Format Live-Action Entertainment Programs:Nominated
- 2013Streamy Award - Best Male Performance: Comedy:Winner
- 2013Webby Award - Video - Best Individual Performance:Nominated
- 2013People's Voice - Video - Best Individual Performance:Winner
- 2014BTVA Special/DVD Voice Acting Award - Best Vocal Ensemble in a TV Special/Direct-to-DVD Title or Short:Nominated
- 2014Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Short-Format Live-Action Entertainment Program:Nominated
- 2015Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Short-Format Live-Action Entertainment Program:Nominated
- 2024Astra TV Award - Best Supporting Actor in Broadcast Network or Cable Comedy Series:Nominated
- 2024Astra TV Award - Best Directing in Broadcast Network or Cable Comedy Series:Winner