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Uncoupled
''Uncoupled'' is an American romantic comedy television series created and written by Darren Star and Jeffrey Richman that premiered on Netflix on July 29, 2022. The series featured in the Netflix top 10s for 1 week with 26.52M global hours watched. Synopsis The series stars Neil Patrick Harris as a newly single gay Manhattanite navigating the dating scene for the first time in 17 years after getting abruptly dumped by his long-term partner. As he adjusts to being single in his late 40s, he discovers that the gay dating environment has changed while he was in a relationship, and he rapidly realizes that in order to not be single forever, he must take action. Cast and characters Main * Neil Patrick Harris as Michael Lawson, a New York City real estate agent * Tuc Watkins as Colin McKenna, Michael's ex of 17 years * Tisha Campbell as Suzanne Prentiss, Michael's business partner * Marcia Gay Harden as Claire Lewis, a wealthy woman who was recently left by her husband and become ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tuc Watkins
Charles Curtis "Tuc" Watkins III (born September 2, 1966) is an American actor, known for his roles as David Vickers on '' One Life to Live'', Mr. Burns in '' The Mummy, Bob Hunter on ''Desperate Housewives'', Congressman Roger Harris on '' Black Monday'', Hank in '' The Boys in the Band'', Troy on '' The Other Two'', and Colin McKenna on '' Uncoupled''. Early life and education Charles Curtis Watkins III was born in Kansas City, Kansas, to salesman Charles Curtis Watkins II, and a photographer mother. He attended Indiana University where he majored in communications with a triple minor in theatre, psychology, and French. He has a younger sister, Courtney, born in 1968. Career Watkins started his career with guest appearances on various television series including ''Baywatch'', '' Get a Life'', ''Melrose Place'', and '' Sisters''. He portrayed con-man David Vickers on the ABC soap opera '' One Life to Live'' from 1994 to 1996, next joining the soap opera '' General Hospital' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dan Amboyer
Dan Amboyer (born December 28, 1985) is an American actor, known for his starring roles on the Darren Star series ''Younger'' and the NBC spin-off series '' The Blacklist: Redemption'', and for starring as Prince William of Wales in the television film '' William & Catherine: A Royal Romance''. He also plays Luke on the Netflix comedy series '' Uncoupled'' opposite Neil Patrick Harris. Life and career Amboyer was born in Detroit, to Claudia and Dr. Donald Amboyer. He attended The Roeper School and arts high school Interlochen Arts Academy. Amboyer subsequently continued his studies at the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, where he was offered early admittance following his junior year of high school. After graduation, he relocated to New York City. Amboyer has appeared in numerous television shows and films, and worked extensively in theatre. Amboyer is a founding member of the theatre company ''Exit, Pursued by a Bear''. In 2019, he made his directorial debut helming the w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gramercy Park
Gramercy ParkSometimes misspelled as Grammercy () is the name of both a small, fenced-in private park and the surrounding neighborhood that is referred to also as Gramercy, in the New York City borough of Manhattan in New York, United States. The approximately park, located in the Gramercy Park Historic District, is one of two private parks in New York City – the other is Sunnyside Gardens Park in Queens – as well as one of only three in the state; only people residing around the park who pay an annual fee have a key, and the public is not generally allowed in – although the sidewalks of the streets around the park are a popular jogging, strolling, and dog-walking route. The neighborhood is mostly located within Manhattan Community District 6, with a small portion in Community District 5. It is generally perceived to be a quiet and safe area. The neighborhood, associated historic district, and park have generally received positive reviews. Calling it "a Victorian g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stephanie Faracy
Stephanie Faracy (born January 1, 1952) is an American actress. She is known for playing supporting roles in films include ''Heaven Can Wait'' (1978), ''Scavenger Hunt'' (1979), ''Blind Date'' (1987), '' The Great Outdoors'' (1988), ''Hocus Pocus'' (1993), ''Sideways'' (2004), ''Flightplan'' (2005), and ''Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates'' (2016). On television, Faracy has had leading roles in a number of sitcoms, most significantly '' True Colors'' (1990–92). She currently plays "Lisa Lawson", the mother of Neil Patrick Harris' "Michael", on the Netflix comedy series ''Uncoupled'' (2022). Life and career Faracy was born in Brooklyn, New York but raised in Elk Grove Village, Illinois where she attended high school. She studied acting at Illinois Wesleyan University and Yale School of Drama. She began her acting career in New York stage, and in 1976, made her television debut in an episode of ABC sitcom ''Laverne & Shirley''. She went to star in two unsold sitcom pilots, before p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peter Porte
Peter Porte (born March 31, 1984) is an American actor, known for the soap opera ''The Young and the Restless'', the films ''It's Not Porn...'' and ''Sutures'', and the sitcom ''Baby Daddy'' playing Brad Walker, who is married to Bonnie Wheeler. He also played Josh on the Netflix comedy series ''Uncoupled'' opposite Neil Patrick Harris. Early life and education Porte grew up in Greenwood Lake, New York and always wanted to be an actor. Porte first got into acting in the third grade when he appeared in a Christopher Columbus pageant. According to Porte, he only got the role because his mother, who is from Poland, made his costume out of "traditional Polish garb." Porte continued acting throughout high school and ultimately decided to become a professional actor. Porte graduated from George F. Baker High School in 2002. He earned a BFA in Acting at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Porte then went onto study at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Personal li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Darren Star
Darren Star (born July 25, 1961) is an American writer, director and producer of film and television. He is best known for creating the television series ''Beverly Hills, 90210'' (1990–2000), ''Melrose Place'' (1992–1999), ''Sex and the City'' (1998–2004), '' Younger'' (2015–2021), and '' Emily in Paris'' (2020–present). Early life Darren Star was born to a Jewish family in Potomac, Maryland. His mother was a freelance writer and his father was an orthodontist. He attended Winston Churchill High School and UCLA where he studied English and Creative Writing. Career He created the television series ''Beverly Hills, 90210'' based on his own high school experiences and ''Melrose Place'', and he was the creator and a writer for the HBO series ''Sex and the City''. He also worked on ''Central Park West'' (1995), ''Grosse Pointe'' (2000), ''The $treet'' (2000), ''Miss Match'' (2003), '' Kitchen Confidential'' (2005), '' Runaway'' (2006) and '' Cashmere Mafia'' (2008). He wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeffrey Richman
Jeffrey Richman is an American writer, producer and actor. Producer * '' Uncoupled'' (2022): executive producer * ''Modern Family'': co-executive producer * ''Stacked'' * ''Frasier'': executive producer * '' Charlie Lawrence'' (2003): executive producer * '' Stark Raving Mad'' (1999): co-executive producer * ''Wings'' (1990): producer * ''Rules of Engagement'': co-executive producer Writer * '' Uncoupled'': 3 episodes, 2022 * ''Modern Family'' * ''Rules of Engagement'': 4 episodes, 2009–10 * '' Back to You'': 3 episodes, 2007-8 * ''Stacked'': 2 episodes, 2005-6 * '' Jake in Progress'': 1 episode, 2005 * ''Frasier'' * '' Charlie Lawrence'' * ''Wings'' * ''The Jeffersons'': 1 episode, 1982 Actor *''Cheers'' (1989-1991) *''Paper Dolls ''Paper Dolls'' is an American primetime television soap opera that aired for 14 episodes on ABC from September 23 to December 25, 1984. Set in New York's fashion industry, the show centered on top modeling agency owner Racine (Morgan Fairch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neil Patrick Harris
Neil Patrick Harris (born June 15, 1973) is an American actor, singer, writer, producer, and television host. Primarily known for his comedic television roles and dramatic and musical stage roles, he has received multiple accolades throughout his career, including a Tony Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for a Grammy Award and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. On television, he is known for playing the title character on the ABC series ''Doogie Howser, M.D.'' (1989–1993), for which he was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy, as well as Barney Stinson on the CBS series ''How I Met Your Mother'' (2005–2014, for which he was nominated for four Emmy Awards), and Count Olaf on the Netflix series '' A Series of Unfortunate Events'' (2017–2019). Harris is also known for his role as the title character in Joss Whedon's musical '' Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog'' (2008) and a fictional version of hims ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brooks Ashmanskas
Brooks Ashmanskas (born June 14, 1969) is an American actor. He has appeared both on Broadway and Off-Broadway as well as in regional theatres. Ashmanskas has done limited film and television work, most recently appearing in the Netflix series ''Uncoupled''. He was nominated for a 2006 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical and a Drama Desk Award Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for playing various characters in ''Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me,'' and for a 2019 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role as Barry Glickman in '' The Prom''. Early life Ashmanskas is originally from Salem, Oregon, but grew up in Beaverton, just outside of Portland. He graduated from Bennington College.Biography americantheatrewing.org, accessed August 24, 2013 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Colin Hanlon
Colin Hanlon (born November 1) is an American actor, known for his role on ''Submissions Only''. Biography Hanlon has a BFA in Drama from Syracuse University. After appearing in numerous commercials, Hanlon began work in the theatre. He has appeared on Broadway as Gordon, Mark, and Roger in ''Rent'', and played Fiyero in the national tour of ''Wicked''. Off-Broadway, he has starred as Frederic in ''The Pirates of Penzance'' and Austin Bennett in '' I Love You Because''. He also appeared in the world premiere of '' Edges''. On screen, he starred as Tim Trull on the web series ''Submissions Only'', which ran for three seasons, and played Steven on ''Modern Family ''Modern Family'' is an American family sitcom television series created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan for the American Broadcasting Company. It ran for 11 seasons, from September 23, 2009, to April 8, 2020. It follows the lives of t ...''. In 2015, he starred as Pete in the new play ''The 12'' at the Denv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
André De Shields
André Robin De Shields (born January 12, 1946) is an American actor, singer, dancer, director, and choreographer. De Shields originated the role of Hermes on Broadway in the musical ''Hadestown'', winning the 2019 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for his performance. He has also appeared on television, and won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement for his performance in the 1982 NBC broadcast of '' Ain't Misbehavin'''. Early life and education André Robin De Shields was born on January 12, 1946, in Dundalk, Maryland, to Mary Gunther and John De Shields. He was raised in Baltimore, Maryland, the ninth of eleven children; his father died at the age of 50, when André was 17. De Shields obtained his high school diploma at Baltimore City College in 1964, then attended Wilmington College, where he starred in a production of Lorraine Hansberry's ''A Raisin in the Sun''. He th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gilles Marini
Gilles Marini (; born 26 January 1976) is a French actor known for his roles in the film ''Sex and the City'', and in the American television shows '' Brothers & Sisters'', '' Switched at Birth'' and ''Devious Maids''. He was also the runner-up in season 8 of ''Dancing with the Stars'', and was one of the returning celebrities in season 15. He was also a French co-host on the Netflix show ''Ultimate Beastmaster''. Early life Marini was born in Grasse, Alpes-Maritimes, France, to a Greek mother and Italian father. He worked as a baker in his father's bakery from the age of eight. After completing high school, he joined the French army and was stationed in Paris, where he served as a fireman in the Paris Fire Brigade. There, Marini met Fred Goudon, a photographer who introduced him to the world of modeling. After fulfilling his military duties in his early twenties, he went to the United States to learn English while working as a model. One of his first jobs was a television comme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
