Seth Meyers

Date of Birth: December 28, 1973

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Seth Adam Meyers is an American comedian, writer, producer, actor, and television host born on December 28, 1973, in Evanston, Illinois. Meyers is best known for his work on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), where he served as a cast member and head writer, and for hosting the talk show “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” Meyers grew up in Okemos, Michigan, and Bedford, New Hampshire, where he attended Manchester High School West. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1996 with a degree in Radio, Television, and Film. Meyers began his comedy career performing with the improvisational comedy group Boom Chicago in Amsterdam and later joined the Chicago-based group, The Second City. In 2001, Meyers joined the cast of SNL and quickly became known for his sharp wit and political satire. He co-anchored the show’s “Weekend Update” segment with Amy Poehler and later solo, cementing his reputation as a leading voice in late-night comedy. In 2014, Meyers took over as the host of “Late Night” from Jimmy Fallon. His tenure on “Late Night” has been marked by a blend of political humor, celebrity interviews, and insightful monologues.

5 Interesting Facts about Seth Meyers

1. Seth Meyers celebrated his wedding with Alexi Ashe in a star-studded ceremony on Martha’s Vineyard in 2013.

2. His younger brother, Josh Meyers, is also an actor and comedian, known for his work on “Mad TV.”

3. Meyers has voiced characters in animated films like “The Awesomes” and “Journey to the Center of the Earth.”

4. He has hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards twice, in 2014 and 2018.

5. Meyers is an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and frequently incorporates his love for the team into his comedy.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Seth Meyers

1. “As a comedian, the more you push the envelope, the funnier you will be.”

2. “I think the most important thing about comedy is keeping a sense of humor about yourself.”

3. “The hardest thing about moving to a new city is finding new friends, and the easiest way to make new friends is to join a group.”

4. “I love jokes that come out of nowhere, and if you can say something that seems like an aside but is really the punchline, that’s the best.”

5. “Comedy is a way to make sense of the world, and to make people feel better about it.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Seth Meyers’ highest net worth achieved is approximately $26 million.

Children

Seth Meyers and his wife, Alexi Ashe, have two children. Their first son, Ashe Olsen Meyers, was born on March 27, 2016. Their second son, Axel Strahl Meyers, was born on April 8, 2018.