Chris Gethard

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Chris Gethard (May 23, 1980) is a writer and comedian who lives in Queens, NY. Gethard was originally born in West Orange, NJ.

Gethard is the author of Weird NY, a book detailing the ghost stories and urban legends of New York State. Previously, Gethard served as an editorial assistant for the popular Weird NJ and Weird US publications.

In addition to his books, Gethard is an improvisational actor who works largely out of Manhattan's Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. He is in the longform improvisation team The Stepfathers. He organizes a monthly show entitled "The Nights of Our Lives". He has also been part of the UCB Theater's national touring company. His most noted work is entitled "Darryl," a one-man show where he portrays troubled baseball player Darryl Strawberry.

He has also appeared on Late Night With Conan O'Brien, Hope and Faith, and Comedy Central's Crossballs, as well as several commercials.

Gethard is a graduate of Rutgers University.