The vast majority of individuals working in the entertainment industry find themselves in a particular role, such as producer, actor, comedian, or writer. The talent and work ethic required to succeed in any one art can make it difficult to branch out into other fields. A select few performers are able to use their gifts in a variety of positions. Such is the case with the hilarious and talented Zach Cregger.
Although Cregger has appeared in some high profile productions, he is perhaps best known for his work with the sketch comedy group The Whitest Kids U’ Know. He can now be seen starring in the second season of Wrecked. While he is a popular actor, few people know how versatile his skillset is. Here are five of the most interesting facts about this gifted artist.
5. He started performing while in high school
One of the most impressive facts about Cregger’s background is the fact that his talents emerged at a very young age. Becoming a successful comedian while still in high school is exceedingly difficult. However, his improv group, The Nation of Improv, was actually so successful that he performed in malls and other high schools. Further, he was one of the few teenage comedians who could boast that he had an agent while still in high school.
4. He met the other members of The Whitest Kids U’ Know while in college
College is often a time when lifelong friendships are created. For Cregger, he found not only friends, but collaborators. While studying in New York at The School of Visual Arts, he met Trevor Moore, Sam Brown, and Timmy Williams. These students would go on to form the comedy group which has been responsible for much of their success. Cregger eventually graduated with a BFA.
3. The Whitest Kids U’ Know was an instant hit
Very few comedy troupes have seen the type of success that The Whitest Kids U’ Know experienced in New York City. They became very popular in the Lower East Side, especially in clubs like Pianos. Further, they became highly popular online for the comedy routines posted on the Internet. One of the group’s highlights was when they were invited to the HBO U.S. Comedy Arts Festival. Here, they were honored among Hollywood elite with the Best Sketch Group award.
2. His acting career is extensive
Although much of Cregger’s success has come with his sketch comedy group, he also has a significant number of mainstream television and film credits. After becoming popular through The Whitest Kids U’ Know, Cregger starred in series like Friends with Benefits and Guys with Kids. Perhaps the most high profile production of his career was Miss March. With the success of Wrecked, Cregger may be on his way to stardom.
1. He is more than just a performer
While finding the kind of success that Cregger has enjoyed as a comedian and actor is impressive, he has also used his talents off screen. Cregger, in addition to his performance skills, is also a gifted producer, writer, and director. His most notable work was Miss March, a film in which he acted, directed, produced, and wrote.
Final Thoughts
Although Zach Cregger may be most famous for his performances with The Whitest Kids U’ Know and in productions like Miss March and Wrecked, he actually possesses a wide range of skills. In addition to acting, he is a talented producer, director, and writer. Further, he is an individual who has used his gifts to entertain others since his youth. Given his success in several different fields, it is safe to assume that fans will be seeing much more of Cregger in the near future.
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