Ever wondered what its like to juggle a booming career with the chaos and joy of raising a large family? Jim Gaffigan, the beloved comedian known for his clean humor and relatable observations on everyday life, has not only mastered this balancing act but turned it into an art form.
Gaffigan, born on July 7, 1966, in Elgin, Illinois, is the youngest of six children. His upbringing in a large Irish-American family laid the groundwork for much of his comedic material, which often touches on the absurdities and heartwarming moments of family life, food, and faith. Raised by charity worker and fundraiser Marcia Miriam (n\u00e9e Mitchell) and banker Michael Ambrose Gaffigan, Jim learned early on the importance of both giving back and finding humor in the mundane. Little did his family know that the quiet, observant youngest child would one day captivate audiences with his unique brand of self-deprecating humor and relatable storytelling. Gaffigan's family's original surname was Gavahan. His maternal grandfather was Iowa Supreme Court Justice Richard F.
| Full Name | James Christopher Gaffigan |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 7, 1966 |
| Place of Birth | Elgin, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer |
| Spouse | Jeannie Gaffigan (m. 2003) |
| Children | Marre, Jack, Katie Louise, Michael, Patrick |
| Parents | Michael Ambrose Gaffigan (father), Marcia Miriam (n\u00e9e Mitchell) (mother) |
| Siblings | One of six children |
| Height | 6 ft (183 cm) |
| Weight | 88 kg (194 lbs) |
| Known For | Clean comedy, observations on family, food, and religion |
| Notable Works | "Beyond the Pale," "King Baby," "The Jim Gaffigan Show," "Mr. Universe" |
| Website | Jim Gaffigan Official Website |
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