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Born on August 12, 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Michael Ian Black is a screenwriter, television actor and podcaster. Michael Ian Black is 55 years old as of 2026. Schooling on record includes Hillsborough High School and New York University Tisch School of the Arts.
My Take
Michael Ian Black is, to me, one of comedy's most reliable pleasures, a performer whose deadpan delivery hides genuine warmth and sharp intelligence. Emerging from The State and threading through Stella, Wet Hot American Summer, and a busy podcasting life, he has refused to be boxed into a single lane. What impresses me most is his longevity; staying relevant and funny across decades in a brutal industry takes real talent and adaptability. I appreciate that he writes and speaks in his own voice rather than chasing trends. He is exactly the kind of witty, thoughtful entertainer I find myself trusting and returning to.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Michael Ian Black
- Name (Japanese)
- マイケル・イアン・ブラック
- Reading
- まいける・いあん・ぶらっく
- Born
- August 12, 1971 (age 55)
- Origin
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Occupation
- actor / screenwriter / television actor / podcaster / film director
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Leo / Boar
2. Background
- High school
- Hillsborough High School
- University
- New York University Tisch School of the Arts
3. Links
- Official sitehttps://www.michaelianblack.org/
- Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/michaelianblack/
- Xhttps://x.com/michaelianblack
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael%20Ian%20Black
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1677945
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Michael Ian Black born?
Michael Ian Black was born on August 12, 1971 and is 55 years old.
Where is Michael Ian Black from?
Michael Ian Black is from Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What does Michael Ian Black do?
Michael Ian Black works as actor, screenwriter, television actor, podcaster, film director.
Where did Michael Ian Black study?
Michael Ian Black attended New York University Tisch School of the Arts.
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