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Scott Adsit is credited as a stand-up comedian, actor and film director. Scott Adsit was born on November 26, 1965 in Northbrook, Illinois, United States. The age as of 2026 is 60. Education on record includes Glenbrook North High School and DePauw University.
My Take
Scott Adsit is, to me, the consummate scene-stealer who never steals the scene. Forged at Chicago's Second City, this Northbrook-bred comedian-actor-writer-director thrives in support, anchoring shows without ever upstaging the lead. Think of his lovably harried producer on 30 Rock or his warm voice work as a certain gentle robot, both performances that quietly hold the whole thing together. His improv roots give him a bottomless bag of timing, and a generosity that elevates whoever he shares a frame with. I have endless affection for craftsmen like this, the ones who make a room relax the instant they walk in. Underrated, indispensable, and a joy to watch.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Scott Adsit
- Name (Japanese)
- スコット・アドシット
- Reading
- すこっと・あどしっと
- Born
- November 26, 1965 (age 60)
- Origin
- Northbrook, Illinois, United States
- Occupation
- stand-up comedian / actor / film director / film producer / screenwriter
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Snake
2. Background
- High school
- Glenbrook North High School
- University
- DePauw University
3. Links
4. About this entry
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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 Scott Adsit born?
Born November 26, 1965 (age 60).
Where is Scott Adsit from?
Scott Adsit is from Northbrook, Illinois, United States.
What does Scott Adsit do?
Scott Adsit works as stand-up comedian, actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter.
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