Date of Birth: June 3, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
John Hodgman is a multi-talented American comedian, author, and actor known for his unique blend of wit and humor. Born and raised in Brookline, Massachusetts, Hodgman initially pursued a career in literature and publishing before transitioning into comedy. He gained widespread recognition for his role as the “PC” in Apple’s “Get a Mac” advertising campaign, where he played the bumbling and lovable counterpart to Justin Long’s “Mac.” Hodgman has authored several books, including the satirical trilogy “The Areas of My Expertise,” “More Information Than You Require,” and “That Is All,” which combine absurdist humor with faux historical facts. His comedic style is characterized by a blend of dry wit, clever observations, and a touch of the surreal. In addition to his writing and stand-up comedy, Hodgman has made numerous television appearances, including regular contributions to “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” and roles in series like “Bored to Death” and “The Tick.” He also hosts the popular podcast “Judge John Hodgman,” where he humorously arbitrates real-life disputes.
5 Interesting Facts about John Hodgman
1. John Hodgman graduated from Yale University with a degree in literature.
2. Before becoming a comedian, he worked as a literary agent and represented authors such as Bruce Campbell.
3. He has appeared in “Battlestar Galactica” as a civilian defense attorney.
4. Hodgman voiced the character of the Father in the animated series “Coraline.”
5. He once hosted a segment on “This American Life” titled “What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Hodgman
1. “Nostalgia is a toxic impulse.”
2. “I do not have a superhuman ability to see truth, but I have a superhuman inability to see falsehood.”
3. “You can’t be as old as I am without waking up with a surprised look on your face at least once a day.”
4. “One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised.”
5. “I think the power of humor is that it’s disarming and it’s a great way to get people on your side.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$3 million
Children
John Hodgman is married to Katherine Fletcher, and they have two children together: a daughter named Charlotte and a son named Hodgman.
Relevant Links
1. [John Hodgman on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hodgman
2. [John Hodgman’s Official Website](http://www.johnhodgman.com/
3. [Judge John Hodgman Podcast](https://www.maximumfun.org/shows/judge-john-hodgman
4. [John Hodgman on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1752516/
5. [John Hodgman’s Books on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16053.John_Hodgman
