Jeff Garlin

Jeffrey Garlin, born on June 5, 1962, is a renowned American stand-up comedian and actor. Garlin carved his niche in the entertainment industry by playing prominent roles in successful sitcoms, most notably as Murray Goldberg on ABC's The Goldbergs and as Jeff Greene on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm. He also delighted audiences playing Marvin on Mad About You and Mort Meyers on Arrested Development for Fox and Netflix. His performative versatility extended to films as well, with notable appearances in ParaNorman, WALL-E, Toy Story 3, and Safety Not Guaranteed, enhancing his reputation as a multi-talented entertainer. Garlin hails from Chicago, Illinois, where he was born to Gene and Carole Garlin. His upbringing in Morton Grove, Illinois, infused with his parents' influence, fostered his passion for comedy from an early age.

Garlin's career took a notable turn when he relocated to South Florida and completed his education at Nova High School and the University of Miami, where he tested waters in stand-up comedy. After a stint in Miami, Garlin returned to his hometown, Chicago, to further pursue his passion in stand-up comedy. He was part of the comedy troupe The Second City and had worked alongside notable comedians like Denis Leary, Jon Stewart, and Stephen Colbert. Over his illustrious career, Garlin developed a knack for improvisation on stage and maintained his relaxed demeanor which became one of his performing trademarks. His featured role in The Goldbergs ended up being controversial when he left the show amidst misconduct allegations, which changed the trajectory of the character he played. Outside his film and television feats, Garlin also dabbled in writing, podcasting, and directing, thus showcasing his multifaceted talents.