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Louis C.K.
NameLouis C.K.
CaptionPerforming in 2012.
Birth nameLouis Székely
Birth date12 September 1967
Birth placeWashington, D.C., U.S.
MediumStand-up comedy, television, film
Years active1985–present
GenreObservational comedy, black comedy, cringe comedy
SpouseAlix Bailey, 1995, 2008

Louis C.K. is an American stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and filmmaker. He gained widespread acclaim for his critically acclaimed FX television series Louie, which he created, wrote, directed, edited, and starred in. His comedy, known for its dark, philosophical, and self-deprecating style, has influenced a generation of comedians and earned him multiple Primetime Emmy Awards and Grammy Award nominations.

Early life and education

He was born Louis Székely on September 12, 1967, in Washington, D.C., to Mary Louise Székely, an software engineer, and Luis Székely, an economist. His family is of Hungarian, Irish, and Mexican descent. He spent parts of his childhood in Mexico City before his family settled in Newton, Massachusetts. He attended Newton North High School and later briefly studied at The University of New Mexico before dropping out to pursue comedy.

Career

He began performing stand-up comedy in Boston during the mid-1980s, eventually moving to New York City. He wrote for several late-night shows, including Late Night with Conan O'Brien and The Dana Carvey Show. His first major stand-up special, Louis C.K.: Shameless, aired on HBO in 2007. He created, starred in, and directed the semi-autobiographical series Louie for FX from 2010 to 2015, which received widespread critical praise. He also created, wrote, and starred in the web series Horace and Pete and the film I Love You, Daddy. His stand-up specials, such as Louis C.K.: Live at the Beacon Theater and Louis C.K.: 2017, were released directly to consumers via his website, influencing the distribution models of other comedians like Aziz Ansari and Hannibal Buress.

Personal life

He was married to painter Alix Bailey from 1995 until their divorce in 2008. They have two daughters. He has been open in his comedy about the challenges of parenthood, divorce, and middle age. He resides in Manhattan.

Sexual misconduct allegations

In November 2017, The New York Times published a report detailing allegations from five women who accused him of sexual misconduct, including masturbating in front of them without consent. He subsequently issued a statement admitting the stories were true. The fallout was immediate: his planned film I Love You, Daddy was shelved, FX Networks and Netflix severed ties with him, and his management company, 3 Arts Entertainment, dropped him. His Grammy Award win for his album Louis C.K.: 2017 was controversial. He returned to stand-up comedy in 2018, performing at clubs like the Comedy Cellar, which sparked significant debate within the comedy community and media outlets like The Hollywood Reporter.

Filmography and discography

His notable film work includes writing for Pootie Tang, directing and starring in Tomorrow Night and I Love You, Daddy, and voice work in animated films like The Secret Life of Pets. His television work is dominated by Louie and Horace and Pete. His stand-up specials include Louis C.K.: Shameless, Louis C.K.: Hilarious, Louis C.K.: Live at the Beacon Theater, Louis C.K.: Oh My God, Louis C.K.: Live at the Comedy Store, and Louis C.K.: 2017. He has released several comedy albums, such as Louis C.K.: Live in Houston and Louis C.K.: Sincerely Louis C.K..

Awards and nominations

He has won multiple Primetime Emmy Awards for writing and directing Louie. He received a Peabody Award for the series in 2012. His stand-up album Louis C.K.: Hilarious was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album in 2011, and he won the award in 2012 for Louis C.K.: Live at the Beacon Theater and again in 2018 for Louis C.K.: 2017. He has also been nominated for Writers Guild of America Awards and Directors Guild of America Awards.

Category:American stand-up comedians Category:American film directors Category:American television writers