Jason Segel

About

Jason Segel is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, singer-songwriter, author, and producer. Born on January 18, 1980, in Los Angeles, California, he gained mainstream popularity for his role as Marshall Eriksen in the sitcom "How I Met Your Mother". He has also performed well in movies like "Forgetting Sarah Marshall", which he also wrote, and "The Muppets", earning him a best song Academy Award nomination. Apart from acting, Segel has authored a series of young adult novels named "Nightmares!". He is also known for his distinctive height, standing at 6 feet 4 inches.

Associated With

Jason Segel has had numerous collaborations in the film industry. He initially gained recognition for his role in Judd Apatow's television series "Freaks and Geeks", leading to a fruitful working relationship with Apatow on various projects such as "Knocked Up," "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," and "This Is 40." Seagel became known to a wider audience through CBS's sitcom "How, I Met Your Mother". He's shared the screen with a plethora of notable actors including Paul Rudd, Kristen Bell, Cameron Diaz, Emily Blunt among many. The actor has also co-starred with the Muppets, for which he also co-wrote the screenplay. Regarding his personal life, Segel dated actress Michelle Williams for a year, and is now married to photographer Alexis Mixter.

Career Highlights

• 1998: Jason Segel lands his first significant role in the television series "Freaks and Geeks."
• 1999: Segel's talent is recognized with a nomination for "Most Promising Actor" at the Young Hollywood Awards.
• 2005: Segel becomes part of the main cast of "How I Met Your Mother," a television series that becomes massively popular over the years.
• 2008: He gains further recognition after writing, starring, and producing the breakout film "Forgetting Sarah Marshall", an instant success.
• 2010: Segel lends his voice to animated film "Despicable Me," which also becomes a box office hit.
• 2011: The actor's progress continues with his work as a writer, actor, and producer in "The Muppets," winning a Critics' Choice Movie Award for 'Best Song.'
• 2014: Segel takes on a transformative role in "The End of the Tour," an independent film earning him critical acclaim.
• 2015: For "The End of the Tour", he gets a nomination for "Best Male Lead" at the Independent Spirit Awards.
• 2017: Segel goes on to reprise his voice acting role in "Despicable Me 3" which proves to be a commercial success.
• 2021: The actor's latest venture includes acting in and co-writing the television series "Dispatches from Elsewhere."

Notable Awards

• Jason Segel has received a few notable awards and nominations throughout his career, including:
• Chicago Film Critics Association Award for Most Promising Performer for his performance in "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" in 2008.
• Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series for "How I Met Your Mother" in 2012 (nominated).
• Satellite Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical for "How I Met Your Mother" in 2011 (nominated).
• It should be noted that many of Jason Segel's performances have been well-received, with numerous
• other award nominations. He also received several MTV Movie Award nominations for his work on "Knocked Up" and "Forgetting Sarah Marshall".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Jason Segel Movie/TV Show?

While Jason Segel has taken part in numerous successful TV shows and movies, "How I Met Your Mother" is arguably his most popular work. In this critically acclaimed TV sitcom, Segel played the character Marshall Eriksen for a span of nine years (2005-2014), contributing significantly to the series' popularity. His memorable performance, combined with the show's unique plot and relatable characters, has made "How I Met Your Mother" a standout in his career and a fan favorite.

How Did Jason Segel Get Famous?

Jason Segel gained fame primarily through his work in television and film. He started his acting career in the late 1990s but his major breakthrough came with his role as Nick Andopolis on the critically acclaimed but short-lived TV series "Freaks and Geeks" in 1999-2000. He subsequently gained wider recognition for his role as Marshall Eriksen in the hit CBS sitcom "How I Met Your Mother", which ran from 2005 to 2014. Simultaneously, he made a successful transition to films and got noticed for his lead role in the romantic comedy "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" (2008), which he also wrote.