X

Join or Sign In

Sign in to customize your TV listings

Continue with Facebook Continue with email

By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.

Owen Burke Biography

Birth Name:Owen Burke

Profession Actor, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Started out as a comic with the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York City
  • Is known for his improv show "Facebook," in which he comically examines the Facebook pages of two randomly picked audience members
  • Has worked as a writer for Gary Sanchez Productions in Los Angeles
  • Provides consultations on various sketches for funnyordie․com
  • Has served as the artistic director of the UCB Theatre

Awards

  • 2015Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2016Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2017Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2018Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2019Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2020Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety Sketch Series: nominated
  • 2024WGA Award (TV)-Comedy/Variety Sketch Series: nominated