Date of Birth: March 21, 1974
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Rhys Darby, born Rhys Montague Darby, is a renowned New Zealand comedian, actor, and writer. He was born on March 21, 1974, in Auckland, New Zealand. Darby is best known for his energetic and physical comedy style, which has earned him a loyal following both in his home country and internationally. He rose to fame with his portrayal of Murray Hewitt, the bumbling band manager in the HBO series “Flight of the Conchords.” Beyond his work on television, Darby has also starred in a variety of films, including “Yes Man” alongside Jim Carrey and “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.” Additionally, he has lent his voice to several animated series and films. Apart from acting, Darby has performed stand-up comedy around the world, known for his unique blend of sound effects, storytelling, and quirky observations.
5 Interesting Facts about Rhys Darby
1. Rhys Darby served in the New Zealand Army before pursuing a career in comedy.
2. He has written several books, including “This Way to Spaceship,” which is part autobiography, part survival guide for the end of the world.
3. Darby is an avid cryptozoology enthusiast and has hosted a podcast called “The Cryptid Factor” focusing on mysterious creatures.
4. He has a keen interest in aviation and once took flying lessons.
5. Rhys Darby has been a frequent guest on popular talk shows such as “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and “Conan.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Rhys Darby
1. “Life is too short to be serious all the time. So, if you can’t laugh at yourself, call me… I’ll laugh at you.”
2. “Comedy is about taking risks and not being afraid to fail.”
3. “I think the New Zealand sense of humor is very dry and self-deprecating.”
4. “I love the idea of making people laugh, but I also love the idea of making people think.”
5. “Imagination is the key to my act. Just let yourself be silly and ridiculous.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Rhys Darby is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
Rhys Darby is married to Rosie Carnahan-Darby, and they have two sons together named Finn and Theo Darby.
Relevant Links
1. [Rhys Darby’s IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1616705/
2. [Rhys Darby’s Official Website](https://www.rhysdarby.com/
3. [Rhys Darby on Twitter](https://twitter.com/rhysiedarby
4. [Rhys Darby’s Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhys_Darby
5. [Rhys Darby on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/rhysiedarby/
