Michael Ian Black
Acting
Biography
Michael Ian Black (born Michael Ian Schwartz; August 12, 1971) is an American comedian, actor, writer and director. He has starred in several TV comedy series, including The State, Ed, Viva Variety, Stella, Another Period and Michael & Michael Have Issues. He is also a prominent poker player, appearing on Celebrity Poker Showdown several times. He released a well-received children's book, Chicken Cheeks, in 2009. Black was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Jill and Robert Schwartz, a store owner and an executive, respectively. His family is Jewish. He grew up in Hillsborough Township, New Jersey,…
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Known For
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
2009 · TV
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015 · TV
Late Night with Seth Meyers
2014 · TV
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005 · TV
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003 · TV
@midnight with Chris Hardwick
2013 · TV
Superman
2025 · Movie
Peacemaker
2022 · TV
Reno 911!
2003 · TV
The Good Fight
2017 · TV
Impractical Jokers
2011 · TV
Michael & Michael Have Issues
2009 · TV