John Fugelsang
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John Fugelsang is an American
actor
, television personality and stand-up comedian.
and Providence
to Coyote Ugly
. As a comedian, he has performed at the US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen and the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and made over 20 appearances on Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher.
In 2007 he premiered the acclaimed solo show All The Wrong Reasons off Broadway at New York Theatre Workshop. The show received a Drama League nomination for "Distinguished Performance". New York Magazine said "Fugelsang has the soul of an iconoclast" and The New York Daily News said the piece "packed an unexpectedly lovely and life affirming wallop." Subsequent runs include Los Angeles, Seattle, New York City's Barrow St. Theatre, Albuquerque, and closing the South Beach Comedy Festival in Miami.
Additional film, television, and stage credits include Becker
, Somewhere in the City, The Michael Richards Show
, Beyond Belief, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Hamlet, Blue Window, and Savage in Limbo
.
. He was also on America's Funniest Home Videos
(co-hosting with Daisy Fuentes
) for two seasons from 1998 to 1999, co-hosted John McEnroe
's short-lived CNBC
talk show in 2004, and was a regular on CNBC's Bullseye and Fox News' Red Eye.
Fugelsang was the co-host of the World Series of Blackjack
on GSN
alongside Bringing Down the House author Ben Mezrich. He also co-hosted, along with Debra Wilson
and Teresa Strasser
, TV Watercooler on TV Guide Channel
from 2005 - 2009.
weblog.
He is a regular commentator and guest on nationally syndicated progressive radio program The Stephanie Miller Show
, and has served as guest host on occasion. His usual guest spot on the show is called "Fridays with Fugelsang."
and former Franciscan
Brother, and attended New York University
(NYU) School of Film & Television. He worked in special education
for several years. He lives with designer Charmien La Framenta in Greenwich Village, NYC, and Hollywood, California.
United States
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actor
Actor
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, television personality and stand-up comedian.
Stage and screen
Fugelsang has appeared in diverse projects as an actor, ranging from CSICSI: Crime Scene Investigation
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation is an American crime drama television series, which premiered on CBS on October 6, 2000. The show was created by Anthony E. Zuiker and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer...
and Providence
Providence (TV series)
Providence is an American drama series that aired on NBC starring Melina Kanakaredes. The show ran for five seasons from January 8, 1999 until December 20, 2002.-Synopsis:The show revolves around Dr...
to Coyote Ugly
Coyote Ugly (film)
Coyote Ugly is a 2000 romantic comedy/drama based on the actual Coyote Ugly Saloon, set in New York City. The film stars Piper Perabo and Adam Garcia...
. As a comedian, he has performed at the US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen and the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and made over 20 appearances on Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher.
In 2007 he premiered the acclaimed solo show All The Wrong Reasons off Broadway at New York Theatre Workshop. The show received a Drama League nomination for "Distinguished Performance". New York Magazine said "Fugelsang has the soul of an iconoclast" and The New York Daily News said the piece "packed an unexpectedly lovely and life affirming wallop." Subsequent runs include Los Angeles, Seattle, New York City's Barrow St. Theatre, Albuquerque, and closing the South Beach Comedy Festival in Miami.
Additional film, television, and stage credits include Becker
Becker (TV series)
Becker is an American television sitcom that ran from 1998 to 2004 on CBS. Set in the New York City borough of The Bronx, the show starred Ted Danson as John Becker, a misanthropic doctor who operates a small practice and is constantly annoyed by his patients, co-workers, friends, and practically...
, Somewhere in the City, The Michael Richards Show
The Michael Richards Show
The Michael Richards Show is a sitcom that debuted on NBC in 2000. The show starred Michael Richards as reality-challenged but successful private detective Vic Nardozza who gets the job done despite his unconventional methods.- History :...
, Beyond Belief, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Hamlet, Blue Window, and Savage in Limbo
Savage in Limbo
Savage In Limbo is a 1984 play by American playwright John Patrick Shanley. The play follows the tragicomic lives of a group of losers who frequent a seedy Bronx bar....
.
Host and presenter
Fugelsang has hosted George Harrison: The Last Performance and Paul McCartney's Live Town Hall on VH1VH1
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. He was also on America's Funniest Home Videos
America's Funniest Home Videos
America's Funniest Home Videos is an American reality television program on ABC in which viewers are able to send in humorous homemade videotapes. The most common videos usually feature slapstick physical comedy arising from incidents, accidents and mishaps...
(co-hosting with Daisy Fuentes
Daisy Fuentes
Daisy Fuentes is a Cuban-American television host, model, and comedian. Daisy Fuentes broke barriers as MTV's first Latina VJ , and as Revlon's first Latina spokesperson to be signed to a worldwide contract.-Early life:Fuentes was born in Havana, Cuba to a Cuban father and Spanish mother...
) for two seasons from 1998 to 1999, co-hosted John McEnroe
John McEnroe
John Patrick McEnroe, Jr. is a former world no. 1 professional tennis player from the United States. During his career, he won seven Grand Slam singles titles , nine Grand Slam men's doubles titles, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title...
's short-lived CNBC
CNBC
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talk show in 2004, and was a regular on CNBC's Bullseye and Fox News' Red Eye.
Fugelsang was the co-host of the World Series of Blackjack
World Series of Blackjack
The World Series of Blackjack is a televised blackjack tournament created and produced by the cable network GSN. It is a closed tournament; players are either invited to play or can attempt to win a spot via a satellite tournament. Rounds are edited into 1-hour episodes and broadcast on GSN...
on GSN
Game Show Network
The Game Show Network is an American cable television and direct broadcast satellite channel dedicated to game shows and casino game shows. The channel was launched on December 1, 1994. Its current slogan is "The World Needs More Winners"...
alongside Bringing Down the House author Ben Mezrich. He also co-hosted, along with Debra Wilson
Debra Wilson
Debra Wilson Skelton , professionally known as Debra Wilson or Debra Wilzon, is an American comedienne and actress. Wilson is likely most famous for being the second longest-serving original cast member on the sketch comedy series MADtv, having appeared for the show's first eight seasons...
and Teresa Strasser
Teresa Strasser
Teresa Lynn Strasser is an American writer and television personality known for hosting the first season of the home makeover show While You Were Out on TLC. She also co-hosted The Adam Carolla Show.-Personal life:...
, TV Watercooler on TV Guide Channel
TV Guide Channel
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from 2005 - 2009.
Political commentator
In addition to his appearances on the late-night political talk show Politically Incorrect, Fugelsang has been a contributor to The Huffington PostThe Huffington Post
The Huffington Post is an American news website and content-aggregating blog founded by Arianna Huffington, Kenneth Lerer, and Jonah Peretti, featuring liberal minded columnists and various news sources. The site offers coverage of politics, theology, media, business, entertainment, living, style,...
weblog.
He is a regular commentator and guest on nationally syndicated progressive radio program The Stephanie Miller Show
The Stephanie Miller Show
The Stephanie Miller Show is a syndicated progressive talk radio program that discusses politics, current events, and pop culture using a fast-paced, impromptu style. The three-hour show is hosted by comedienne Stephanie Miller along with voice artist Jim Ward and the show's engineer and executive...
, and has served as guest host on occasion. His usual guest spot on the show is called "Fridays with Fugelsang."
Personal
Fugelsang is the son of a former nunNun
A nun is a woman who has taken vows committing her to live a spiritual life. She may be an ascetic who voluntarily chooses to leave mainstream society and live her life in prayer and contemplation in a monastery or convent...
and former Franciscan
Franciscan
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Brother, and attended New York University
New York University
New York University is a private, nonsectarian research university based in New York City. NYU's main campus is situated in the Greenwich Village section of Manhattan...
(NYU) School of Film & Television. He worked in special education
Special education
Special education is the education of students with special needs in a way that addresses the students' individual differences and needs. Ideally, this process involves the individually planned and systematically monitored arrangement of teaching procedures, adapted equipment and materials,...
for several years. He lives with designer Charmien La Framenta in Greenwich Village, NYC, and Hollywood, California.