Seth Green is a man of many talents. He is not only an actor, but also a voice actor, writer, producer, and comedian. He has had an extensive career in film and television, and has also worked on animated shows such as Robot Chicken and Family Guy. With a career that spans over three decades, Seth Green has become one of Hollywood’s most respected and accomplished actors.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Seth Benjamin Gesshel-Green was born on February 8, 1974, in Overbrook Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother, Barbara Gesshel, was an artist, and his father, Herbert Green, was a math teacher. Green grew up in a Jewish family, and went to the School of Creative and Performing Arts in Philadelphia, where he discovered his love for acting.
Green’s career began in the mid-1980s, with appearances in minor roles in TV shows such as The Facts of Life and Tales from the Darkside. He also appeared in a number of movies, including Can’t Buy Me Love and Radio Days.
Rise to Fame
In the early 1990s, Green became known for his role as Woody Allen’s son in the movie Radio Days. He also had a recurring role as Kenny Fisher in the hit TV series, The Wonder Years. These roles helped establish him as a rising star, and he began to get more substantial roles in movies such as My Stepmother is an Alien, and Can’t Hardly Wait.
However, it was his role as Scott Evil in the hit movie, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, that really launched Green’s career. His performance as Dr. Evil’s son was so popular that he reprised the role in both its sequels, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and Austin Powers in Goldmember.
Voice Acting and Animation Work
In addition to his live-action work, Green also became known for his voice work in animated shows such as Family Guy, where he voices Chris Griffin, and Robot Chicken, which he co-created. Robot Chicken is an Emmy-winning stop-motion animated series that features parodies of pop culture, including movies, TV, and video games.
Green co-created the show with his friend Matthew Senreich, and it has become one of the most successful shows on Adult Swim. The show has been running since 2005 and has had over 200 episodes, featuring celebrity guests such as Jonah Hill, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Mila Kunis.
Other notable work in animation includes his role as Leonardo in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles TV show and the movies.
Producer and Businessman
Green is also a successful producer and businessman. He has produced a number of films through his production company, Stoopid Monkey, including Party Monster, which he also starred in, and Changeland, which he produced and directed. In addition, he has a stake in the company, Haxan Films, which produced the Blair Witch Project.
Green also co-founded a media company, Shodogg, which aims to streamline and simplify the way people access and share content across different devices.
Personal Life
Green married actress Clare Grant in 2010, and they have appeared in a number of films together. They are both involved in various charitable organizations and have also provided voices for the charity animation series, The Book of Life.
Conclusion
Seth Green is a multi-talented actor and artist who has had a prolific career in film, television, and animation. He has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, and his fans will remember him for years to come. With his creativity, business acumen, and commitment to charity, Green is a true renaissance man who has made a positive impact in many different fields.