Keegan-Michael Key
Keegan-Michael Key
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Keegan-Michael Key is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and voice actor. He is commonly referred to by his full name or simply as Keegan.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 22, 1971, in Southhaven, Mississippi, Keegan-Michael Key is alive and active in the entertainment industry.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Keegan-Michael Key is an American national with a career spanning multiple professions: actor, comedian, writer, producer, and voice actor. He has made significant contributions to television, film, and theater.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Southhaven, Mississippi, Keegan-Michael Key was the youngest of three children born to Michael Key, an engineer, and Karen Naby, a school teacher. His family later moved to Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, where he developed his passion for comedy and improvisation. Key attended Kenwood Academy High School before studying improv at The Second City in Chicago.
Major Accomplishments
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Keegan-Michael Key has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career:
He began performing stand-up comedy in the early 2000s, eventually becoming a regular at Chicago's iO Theater and later joining The Second City main stage cast.
In 2012, he co-created and starred alongside Jordan Peele in Key & Peele, an Emmy Award-winning sketch comedy series on Comedy Central. This led to increased recognition and opportunities for Key.
His breakout film role came in 2015 with the release of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle as Maurice, a zoologist and adventurer.Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works by Keegan-Michael Key include:
The Angry Birds Movie (2016): He voiced the character of Bomb.
Don't Think Twice (2016): Key starred alongside Gillian Jacobs in this improv comedy-drama film.
Friends from College (2017-2019): He played the recurring role of Jesse.
Toy Story 4 (2019): Key voiced Ducky, a playful and loyal dachshund.Impact and Legacy
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Keegan-Michael Key's influence on comedy and entertainment is multifaceted:
His work with Jordan Peele on Key & Peele helped pave the way for other sketch comedies.
* As an advocate for diversity in comedy, he has used his platform to promote inclusivity and representation.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Keegan-Michael Key's quotes are often cited for their humor, wit, and insight into the human experience. His work as a comedian, actor, writer, producer, and voice actor has made him a household name in popular culture.
Quotes by Keegan-Michael Key
I'm from the Midwest, so I always assumed, 'Well, I have to think badly of myself, because that's being humble.'
I don't know if people would be surprised by this or not, but I'm kind of into nutrition and weight lifting. I know I'm kind of a slender man, but the human physique fascinates me, and learning about metabolism.
There's something very simple and contemplative about 'John Wick' - what is interesting is that it looks like it was based on an Akira Kurosawa movie.
There's a very famous South African playwright named Athol Fugard, and I'd be in any play he's ever did.
I would love to play a fun character. Like, I would love to be in 'A Long Day's Journey Into Night.' I love that play. I'd play Edmond or Jamie. I don't care which.
I would play just about any role, male or female, in the Anton Chekov play 'The Cherry Orchard,' which I love.
Success isn't measured by the amount of people that watch you unless you allow it to be.
The immediacy of improvisation is intoxicating, but there's an intimacy that you get that's very different when you're doing drama.
With a lot of my comedic heroes, I'm trying to make sure that, wherever they might have gotten off-track a bit, I've learned that lesson.
Bill Murray is such a tremendous talent, but the world wasn't ready for 'Razor's Edge,' for something that thoughtful and with that much depth at that time in his career.