Jamie Kaler (born September 14, 1964) is an American

stand-up comedian Stand-up comedy is a performance directed to a live audience, where the performer stands on a stage and delivers humorous and satirical monologues sometimes incorporating physical acts. These performances are typically composed of rehear ...

and actor who has gained fame by portraying the character Mike Callahan on the TBS comedy ''

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''.

Career

Kaler hosted '' America: Facts vs. Fiction'' on

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. He has appeared on such talk shows as the '' Late Late Show'' as well as having a role on the sitcom ''

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'', and had a recurring role on ''

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''. Kaler has also done voice work for ''

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''. He is a member of the ACME Company, ACME Comedy Theatre's top-level sketch company and has also made guest appearances on ''

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'', ''

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'', '' Shake It Up'' and ''

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''.

Personal life

Kaler graduated from

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, and was afterwards commissioned as a lieutenant in the

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and stationed in

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. After resigning his commission, he started performing in comedy clubs and eventually became involved in the

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comedy scene.Biography
located on Jamie Kaler's official website, accessed 25 June 2009

Filmography

References

External links

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Official site
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