Craig Ferguson

Date of Birth: May 17, 1962

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Date of Death: (Leave blank as Craig Ferguson is alive)

Biography

Craig Ferguson is a Scottish-American comedian, actor, writer, and television host. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson initially pursued a career in music before transitioning into comedy and acting. He gained significant recognition in the United States as the host of “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” which he helmed from 2005 to 2014. Known for his sharp wit, unique comedic style, and engaging interviews, Ferguson’s run on the show earned him a Peabody Award in 2009. In addition to his television work, Ferguson has authored several books, including the memoir “American on Purpose,” which chronicles his journey from Scotland to American television stardom. He is also a talented voice actor, lending his voice to animated films and television series. Craig Ferguson became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2008, which he celebrated on his show with a special episode.

5 Interesting Facts about Craig Ferguson

1. Craig Ferguson was once a drummer for a punk band called “The Bastards from Hell,” which later became known as “Dreamboys.”

2. He has written and starred in his own sitcom, “The Craig Ferguson Show,” which aired in the UK in the early 1990s.

3. Ferguson is a recovering alcoholic and has been sober since February 18, 1992.

4. He became an American citizen in 2008, a milestone he celebrated with a special episode of “The Late Late Show.”

5. Craig Ferguson has authored multiple books, including his memoir “American on Purpose” and the novel “Between the Bridge and the River.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Craig Ferguson

1. “I think I know how to handle the television medium to the extent that I can make a fairly decent living.”

2. “I realized that it’s not about the numbers, it’s about the experience.”

3. “It’s important to have a twinkle in your wrinkle.”

4. “I got sober. I stopped killing myself with alcohol. I began to think: ‘Wait a minute – if I can stop doing this, what are the possibilities?’ And slowly it dawned on me that it was maybe worth the risk.”

5. “I don’t think I would have been a comic if I had been born in America. I think I’d have been a gangster or something.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Craig Ferguson’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Craig Ferguson has two sons. His first son, Milo Hamish Ferguson, was born in 2001 from his second marriage to Sascha Corwin. His second son, Liam James Ferguson, was born in 2011 from his third marriage to Megan Wallace Cunningham.