Galifianakis

Zach Galifianakis is an American comedian, actor, and producer. He is widely known for his role as Allan Garrett in The Hangover film series and his podcast, Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis.

Born in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Galifianakis began his career in stand-up comedy in the late 1990s. He gained popularity for his surreal and often absurd comedic style. His early television appearances included a short-lived sketch comedy show called "The Zach Galifianakis Show" and a recurring role on the sitcom "Bored to Death."

Galifianakis achieved mainstream recognition with his performance in the 2009 film "The Hangover," which became a box office success. He reprised his role as the eccentric Allan Garrett in the sequels "The Hangover Part II" (2011) and "The Hangover Part III" (2013).

In addition to his film work, Galifianakis created and starred in the popular web series "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis." In this series, he interviews celebrities in an intentionally awkward and confrontational manner, which has garnered significant attention and critical acclaim.

His other acting credits include roles in films such as "Due Date" (2010), "Muppets Most Wanted" (2014), and "Birdman" (2014). He has also lent his voice to animated characters in films like "Puss in Boots" (2011) and "The Lego Batman Movie" (2017). Galifianakis's distinctive comedic voice and memorable characters have made him a prominent figure in contemporary comedy.