John Michael Higgins facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
John Michael Higgins
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Higgins in 2018
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| Born | February 12, 1963 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
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| Alma mater | Amherst College |
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| Years active | 1985–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Margaret Welsh
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| Children | 2 |
John Michael Higgins is an American actor, comedian, and game show host. He was born on February 12, 1963. He is well-known for his roles in movies like the Pitch Perfect series and for hosting the game show America Says. He also played David Letterman in the HBO film The Late Shift. John Michael Higgins has lent his voice to many animated characters, including Varrick in The Legend of Korra and Mini-Max in Big Hero 6: The Series. He studied at Amherst College and graduated in 1985.
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John Michael Higgins' Acting Journey
John Michael Higgins started his career in the early 1980s. He taught theatre, voice, and improvisation in Maryland. He also performed in many plays on Broadway and Off-Broadway. These early experiences helped him become a skilled actor.
Becoming a Familiar Face on TV
Higgins has appeared in many popular TV shows. He had recurring roles in shows like Ally McBeal and Boston Legal. He also played Kurt in an episode of Seinfeld. Fans might also remember him as attorney Wayne Jarvis in Arrested Development. From 2017 to 2018, he starred as Chuck Pierce in the NBC comedy series Great News.
In 2011, Higgins joined the cast of Happily Divorced. He played Peter Lovett, the gay ex-husband of the main character, Fran. This role was based on the real-life ex-husband of the show's star, Fran Drescher.
Voice Acting and Movie Roles
John Michael Higgins is also a talented voice actor. He voiced Judge Mentok in Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law. He was also the voice of the clever businessman Varrick in the popular animated series The Legend of Korra. Kids might recognize his voice as Mini-Max from Big Hero 6: The Series.
In movies, Higgins is known for his roles in the Pitch Perfect films. He played John Smith, a commentator for the a cappella competitions. He also appeared in movies like Fun with Dick and Jane and The Break-Up.
Hosting Game Shows
From 2018 to 2022, John Michael Higgins hosted the game show America Says. His work on the show earned him a nomination for a Daytime Emmy Award in 2019. He also hosted a new version of the game show Split Second from 2023 to 2024.
John Michael Higgins' Family Life
John Michael Higgins is married to actress and writer Margaret Welsh. They got married on February 1, 2003. They first met while acting together in a play called Arms and the Man. They have two children, a daughter and a son.
Film and Television Appearances
John Michael Higgins has been in many films and TV shows. Here are some of his notable appearances:
Movies He Has Been In
- 1988: Vampire's Kiss as Ed
- 1997: Wag the Dog as John Levy
- 2000: Best in Show as Scott Donlan
- 2003: A Mighty Wind as Terry Bohner
- 2005: Fun with Dick and Jane as Garth
- 2006: The Break-Up as Richard Meyers
- 2007: Evan Almighty as Marty Stringer
- 2009: The Ugly Truth as Larry
- 2011: Bad Teacher as Principal Wally Snur
- 2012: Pitch Perfect as John Smith
- 2014: Planes: Fire & Rescue as Cad (Voice)
- 2015: Pitch Perfect 2 as John Smith
- 2016: Mascots as Upton French
- 2017: Pitch Perfect 3 as John Smith
- 2021: Licorice Pizza as Jerry Frick
- 2022: Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie as Warren Stone (Voice)
TV Shows He Has Appeared In
- 1996: The Late Shift as David Letterman (TV film)
- 1997: Seinfeld as Kurt
- 2000–2002: Ally McBeal as Steven Milter (13 episodes)
- 2002–2007, 2018: Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law as Mentok the Mindtaker (Voice, 31 episodes)
- 2003–2006: Arrested Development as Wayne Jarvis (5 episodes)
- 2008–2009: Kath & Kim as Phil Knight (17 episodes)
- 2010: Batman: The Brave and the Bold as Riddler (Voice, 2 episodes)
- 2011–2013: Happily Divorced as Peter Lovett (34 episodes)
- 2012–2014: The Legend of Korra as Varrick (Voice, 22 episodes)
- 2017–2018: Great News as Chuck Pierce (23 episodes)
- 2018–2022: America Says as Himself (host)
- 2018–2020: Big Hero 6: The Series as Mini-Max (Voice, 25 episodes)
- 2020–2021: Saved by the Bell as Principal Toddman
- 2023: Split Second as Himself (host)
See also
In Spanish: John Michael Higgins para niños
