Adam Devine Biography: A Comedic Journey from Workaholics to Hollywood
Adam Devine is an American actor, comedian and writer known for his work in comedy and television.
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Early Life:
Adam Patrick DeVine was born on November 7, 1983 in Waterloo, Iowa, USA.
He attended Millard South High School in Omaha, Nebraska and later studied acting at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco.
Education:
Adam Devine studied acting at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco.
Career:
Adam Devine started his career in comedy, performing stand-up and improvisational comedy.
He gained recognition as a founding member of the comedy group “Mail Order Comedy,” alongside Blake Anderson, Anders Holm and Kyle Newacheck.
Devine and his group created the popular comedy show “Workaholics,” which aired on Comedy Central from 2011 to 2017. He co-created, wrote and starred in the series.
He has also appeared in various films, including “Pitch Perfect” and its sequels, “Pitch Perfect 2” and “Pitch Perfect 3,” where he played the character Bumper Allen.
Adam Devine provided the voice for the character Julian in the animated film “Ice Age: Collision Course.”
He is known for his role as Andy Bailey in the television series “Modern Family.”
Devine has been a voice actor in various animated series, including “Uncle Grandpa” and “Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero.”
Other Ventures:
Devine has continued his stand-up comedy career, performing in various comedy clubs and festivals.
He has hosted awards shows, such as the MTV Movie & TV Awards.
Personal Life:
Adam Devine has generally kept his personal life private.
Movies and TV shows
Movies:
“Pitch Perfect” (2012) – Adam Devine played the role of Bumper Allen, a member of a rival a cappella group.
“Pitch Perfect 2” (2015) – He reprised his role as Bumper Allen in the sequel.
“Pitch Perfect 3” (2017) – Adam Devine returned as Bumper Allen in the third installment of the “Pitch Perfect” series.
“Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates” (2016) – He played the character Mike Stangle in this comedy film.
“When We First Met” (2018) – Devine starred as Noah Ashby in this romantic comedy.
“Game Over, Man!” (2018) – He played the role of Alexxx in this action-comedy film.
Television Shows:
“Workaholics” (2011-2017) – Adam Devine co-created, wrote, and starred in this comedy series as Adam DeMamp.
“Modern Family” (2010-2020) – He played the character Andy Bailey, a recurring role in the popular sitcom.
“Uncle Grandpa” (2013-2017) – Devine provided the voice for Pizza Steve in this animated series.
“Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero” (2014-2017) – He voiced the character Boone Wiseman in this animated series.
“Right Now Kapow” (2016) – Adam Devine lent his voice to various characters in this animated series.