Can you imagine Drew Carey, the jovial host of "The Price is Right" and star of his own sitcom, as a U.S. Marine? It might seem surprising, but Drew Carey's path to comedic stardom includes a significant chapter of military service.

Drew Allison Carey, born on May 23, 1958, has become a household name thanks to his quick wit and affable personality. Beyond his comedic talents, many are surprised to learn that Carey dedicated six years of his life to the United States Marine Corps Reserve. This facet of his life often goes unmentioned, overshadowed by his entertainment career. But this period profoundly shaped his life, contributing to his trademark look and perhaps even influencing his comedic sensibilities. He is 65 years old as of 2023, and has a long career in television and live entertainment.

Drew Carey Bio & Career Information
Full Name	Drew Allison Carey
Date of Birth	May 23, 1958
Age (as of 2023)	65 years old
Birthplace	Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Nationality	American
Education	Kent State University (dropped out)
Military Service	United States Marine Corps Reserve (1980-1986)
MOS (Military Occupational Specialty)	2531 Field Radio Operator
Comedy Career Start	Began while serving in the Marine Corps
Notable TV Shows	The Drew Carey Show (1995-2004), Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Game Show Hosting	The Price Is Right (2007-present), Power of 10 (2007-2008)
Other Ventures	Sports Executive (minority owner of Seattle Sounders FC)
Relationships	Nicole Jaracz (engaged 2007), Amie Hardwick (broken engagement, deceased)
Website	drewcarey.com