Howie Mandel

Date of Birth: November 29, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Howard Michael Mandel, better known as Howie Mandel, is a Canadian comedian, actor, and television host. He was born on November 29, 1955, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Mandel began his career in the entertainment industry in the late 1970s, performing stand-up comedy at various clubs. His comedic style, characterized by its high energy and often outrageous humor, quickly garnered attention. Mandel’s big break came when he secured a role on the NBC medical drama “St. Elsewhere,” where he portrayed Dr. Wayne Fiscus from 1982 to 1988. This role significantly raised his profile and opened doors to various opportunities in both comedy and television. In the 1990s, Mandel created and starred in the animated children’s series “Bobby’s World,” which ran from 1990 to 1998. He voiced the main character, Bobby Generic, and the show was well-received for its humor and heartwarming stories. Howie Mandel’s career took another major turn in 2005 when he became the host of the game show “Deal or No Deal.” The show was a massive hit and made Mandel a household name in the United States. His engaging and suspenseful hosting style was a critical component of the show’s success. In addition to hosting “Deal or No Deal,” Mandel has been a judge on the talent competition show “America’s Got Talent” since 2010. His judging style, which combines humor with constructive criticism, has made him a favorite among viewers. Mandel is also known for being open about his struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), using his platform to raise awareness about mental health issues.

5 Interesting Facts about Howie Mandel

1. Howie Mandel is also a voice actor and has provided voices for numerous animated characters, including Gizmo in the movie “Gremlins.”

2. He is a germaphobe and has publicly discussed his obsessive-compulsive disorder, which contributes to his avoidance of physical contact, such as handshakes.

3. Mandel was a producer for the hidden camera show “Mobbed,” which aired on Fox and featured flash mobs to deliver life-changing news.

4. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2008.

5. Howie Mandel shaved his head in the late 1990s and has kept the look ever since, partly because it made him feel cleaner due to his OCD.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Howie Mandel

1. “I need other people. I need other people to like me. I need to be liked. I need to be loved. And that’s… that’s a really unhealthy, toxic, kind of neediness that brings with it a lot of other insecurities.”

2. “The success of any stand-up act comes out of life experience.”

3. “I’m from Canada, so Thanksgiving to me is just Thursday with more food. And I’m thankful for that.”

4. “The biggest hurdle is figuring out how to get over the hurdle.”

5. “I have ADHD. I’ll admit it. If I’m at a restaurant and I’m sitting with my wife and kids, and someone is making a salad in front of me, I will watch them make the salad for 20 minutes. It’s bizarre.”