Will Ferrell

Will Ferrell first became well-known as a cast member for 'Saturday Night Live. Later, he appeared in many major-screen comedies including Elf, Anchorman' and even'Talladega Nights. Will Ferrell was raised in Irvine, California in 1967. His comedy career began with his time as a Groundlings group member. He was an Saturday Night Live cast member for seven years, and he was a huge comedic draw through off-color hits like Old School 2003 and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy 2004. Ferrell co-founded Funny or Die video streaming service. He was also successful as a voice actor on animated films such as Megamind (2010). John William Ferrell is a California native, born in Irvine on July 16, 1967. Will Ferrell was the eldest of Lee Ferrell, Righteous Brothers keyboardists, and Kay Ferrell. As a University High School student, he was not exactly a clown in the class. A quiet and solitary person, Ferrell chose to make his mark on the football field, where he set a school record for the most field goals he scored. Ferrell did not display the outrageous, humorous outbursts which would make him famous later on in his career, even though he lived in the suburbs of comfort.