Ian Roberts (actor)

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Ian M. Roberts (born 29 July 1965, New York City), an American actor and comedian.

Contents 1 Personal 2 Career 2.1 Theatre 2.2 Film 2.3 Television 3 External links

[edit] Personal

Roberts is a 1987 graduate of Grinnell College.

[edit] Career

[edit] Theatre

Roberts has since his days at Grinnell College been a follower of the practices for improv comedy developed by Del Close.

Roberts was one of the founding members of the theatre troupe the Upright Citizens Brigade and its affiliated U.C.B. Theatre.

[edit] Film

Roberts has appeared in films such as Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Bring It On, and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.

[edit] Television

The Upright Citizens Brigade was featured in its own sketch comedy series on Comedy Central.

Roberts also starred in the cult sitcom Arrested Development as a "Literal Doctor" (whose choice of words often confuses the other characters).

[edit] External links

• Ian Roberts at the Internet Movie Database