Michael Ian Black ("Wet Hot American Summer")

Michael Ian Black is an actor, writer, and comedian who began his career with the legendary sketch comedy troupe, The State. He then went on to co-create several television shows, including "Viva Variety", "Stella", and "Michael & Michael Have Issues". For four years, he played Phil Stubbs on NBC’s "Ed", and has starred on many shows including "Another Period", "The Jim Gaffigan Show", and the "Wet Hot American Summer" franchise. He has appeared in many films including "This is 40", "Sextuplets", "The Baxter", and "Linoleum". Michael has written several screenplays, including "Wedding Daze", starring Jason Biggs and Isla Fisher, which he directed, and "Run, Fat Boy, Run" starring Simon Pegg. Michael has authored many books including "My Custom Van (and 50 Mind-Blowing Essays That Will Blow Your Mind All Over Your Face)", "You’re Not Doing It Right", and his most recent "A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son." He is also the author of several award-winning books for children, including "A Pig Parade Is A Terrible Idea", "Chicken Cheeks", the "I’m…" series, and his satirical book, "A Child’s First Book of Trump." Additionally, Michael has hosted several game shows including "Trust Me I’m A Game Show Host" (with DL Hughley), and "Duck Quacks Don’t Echo" on NatGeo. On the podcast front, Michael co-created and hosted "How To Be Amazing", "Topics" (with Michael Showalter), and "Mike and Tom Eat Snacks" (with Tom Cavanagh). His current podcast project is called "Obscure", in which he picks a work of classic literature, reads it aloud, and comments on it as he goes. Finally, Michael is an accomplished stand-up comedian who has released several albums and specials. He regularly tours the United States.