Keegan-Michael Key Rank
About Keegan-Michael Key
American comedian and actor Keegan-Michael Key is famed for starring in the popular sketch comedy series “Key & Peele”, which aired on Comedy Central between 2012 and 2015.
Key, who is also a producer and screenwriter, starred alongside his regular collaborator Jordan Peele on the abovementioned TV series.
He also gained fame as a regular cast member of the sketch comedy series “Mad TV”.
In addition to the above-noted, the Michigan-born comedian has had roles in a number of popular films including 2015’s musical comedy film “Pitch Perfect 2” in which he acted as Sammy alongside Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson.
Key appeared in the science fiction film “Tomorrowland” as Hugo Gernsback.
The American star has also provided the voice for characters in various notable animated films. Some of such works include “Hotel Transylvania 2” in which he voiced Murray the Mummy’s character. He also voiced Dave in “The Star”, which was released in 2017.
In addition to acting, the comedian has also worked as a host. His portfolio, in this field, includes “Game On!”, a comedy game show he began hosting in 2020.
Achievements
He has been heavily recognized for his work on “Key & Peele”. In 2014 the series earned him an award at the American Comedy Award for “Best Alternative Comedy Series”. He also took home a Primetime Emmy Award in 2016 in the “Outstanding Variety Sketch Series” category.
Family
In 1998 Key tied the knot with dialect coach, Cynthia Blaise. Their marriage officially ended in 2017. The following year, he married film producer Elisa Pugliese.
His biological parents are Leroy McDuffie and Carrie Herr. He was later adopted by Michael Key and his wife Patricia Walsh.
Key is the half-sibling of the late US writer Dwayne McDuffie.
Trivia
He is a huge soccer fan and a big fan of English soccer club, Liverpool.
He has Polish ancestry through his mother.
Education
Key studied at the University of Detroit Mercy. He graduated in 1993 with a degree in theater. He also studied at Pennsylvania State University, where he graduated in 1996 with a Master of Fine Arts degree in theater.
He is also a product of Shrine Catholic High School. He graduated in 1989.
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F.A.Q. about Keegan-Michael Key
When is his birthday?
Keegan-Michael Key's birthday is on March 22, 1971.
In how many days is his birthday?
Keegan-Michael Key's birthday is in 331 days
How old is he?
He is 53 years old.
Where is Keegan-Michael Key from?
He was born in Michigan, U.S..