Keegan-Michael Key
American actor and comedian celebrated for his sharp wit, transformative characters, and decades of work across sketch comedy, film, and television.
What do we know about Keegan-Michael Key?
Here are the key biographical details about Keegan-Michael Key:
- Name: Keegan-Michael Key
- Also Known As: Keegan Michael Key, Key & Peele, 키건 마이클 키
- Date of Birth: March 22, 1971
- Place of Birth: Southfield, Michigan, USA
- Gender: Male
- Job Title: Actor
- Crew Jobs: Writer, Producer, Executive Producer, Creator
Who is Keegan-Michael Key?
Keegan-Michael Key (born March 22, 1971) is an American actor and comedian, best known for starring in the Comedy Central sketch series Key & Peele and for his six seasons as a cast member on MADtv. He has also appeared in the films Wonka, Toy Story 4, and Pitch Perfect 2.
Key was born in Southfield, Michigan and raised in Detroit. His father is African-American and his mother is European-American. He was adopted as a child. In 1989 he graduated from Shrine Catholic High School in Royal Oak, Michigan. Key attended the University of Detroit as an undergraduate and earned his Master of Fine Arts at the Pennsylvania State University School of Theatre. While at The University of Detroit Mercy, he was a brother of Phi Kappa Theta.
What is Keegan-Michael Key known for?
With over 160 credits spanning film and television, Keegan-Michael Key's most recognized performances include:
- Get Out (2017, Movie)
- Rick and Morty (2013, TV Series)
- The Lion King (2019, Movie)
- The Simpsons (1989, TV Series)
- Toy Story 4 (2019, Movie)
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023, Movie)
- The Lego Movie (2014, Movie)
- Tomorrowland (2015, Movie)
- Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015, Movie)
- Just Go with It (2011, Movie)
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