Brian Baumgartner is an American actor famous for his outstanding portrayal of ‘Kevin Malone’ in the American adaptation of “The Office”. This might be one of his only notable works, but you couldn’t ask for him to be part of any better show. Brian was cast as a test actor when the show started, but he was one of the more prominent members who made appearances in all 9 seasons of the show.
Brian has been in the industry for many years and is quite a unique actor. He has also appeared in movies like License to Wed, where he appears alongside actors like Robin Williams and John Krasinski. However, we can’t stop talking about his portrayal of Kevin in the comedy/docudrama The Office. He continue reading to know more about this amazing actor.
Brian Baumgartner: Early Life and Education
Brian Baumgartner was born on November 29, 1972 in Atlanta, Georgia. Not much information is available from his early days or from his parents. However, we know now that he has been a creative person with a passion for acting.
For his education, Brian went to Holy Innocents Episcopal School. Later, in 1992, he graduated from Westminister Schools. He then joined Southern Methodist University’s Meadow School of the Arts for his further education.
Subtitle : A younger Brian in his yearbook.
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Growing up, Baumgartner wanted to pursue a career in sports, but things don’t often work out. He suffered a major injury and had to undergo surgery at the age of 13. This was probably the fate that led him to a career in acting. Brian then began acting in plays for his high school.
Brian Baumgartner: career
Very few know about this, but Brian was a director to begin with. He was artistic director of the Hidden Theater in Minneapolis. For his contribution to the theater he received numerous awards. There he was also doing small roles as an actor. During those years, he also performed in various local theaters such as Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Guthrie Theatre, Children’s Theater Company, etc.
Before starring on the NBC sitcom The Office, Brian made appearances on such series as Arrested Development, Jake in Progress, and Everwood. He was starting to establish himself in the industry, but he was always looking for that role to change his whole career. And so he came in the form of The Office. For the series, he played the role of an overweight, lazy and unintelligent character in Kevin Malone. He was absolutely magnificent at what he did. Alongside actors like Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling, Ed Helms, and BJ Novak, he was able to set a whole new standard for comedy and sitcoms in America.
Brian Baumgartner: personal life
Subtítulo : Brian and his wife at a dinner party.
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As of 2018, Brian is together with his wife Celeste Ackelson. The couple married in April 2014 and have been together ever since. The ceremony took place in Brian’s backyard in Los Angeles and the reception was at the Wilshire Country Club. From the looks of it, it was a beautiful ceremony and in the presence of some friends and family.
In 2015, Brian and Celeste announced their first child. They had given birth to a beautiful daughter and named her Brylee Bea Baumgartner. Baumgartner made the announcement on Instagram and described Brylee and her 9-month project with Celeste.
Brian Baumgartner: Net Worth and Social Media
Brian has been in the industry for a long time. And he’s been pretty successful at most of it. He was part of one of the biggest sitcoms in American history from its pilot episode to the end. Surely we will not forget his face or his ways, that is why he has left a mark forever. Because of the work he has done, Brian has been able to accumulate a great deal of money. As of 2018, he has a net worth of $6 million. For us, The Office accountant deserves every penny.
