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<p>Will Forte was born on June 17, 1970, in Alameda County, California, United States. His full birth name is <a href="/biography/will-forte">Orville Willis Forte IV</a>. He is the <a href="/biography/will-forte">son</a> of Patricia Forte, an artist and former schoolteacher, and Orville Willis Forte III, a financial broker. During his childhood, his family moved to Moraga and later to Lafayette, both located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Frequently teased about his middle name, "<a href="/biography/will-forte">Willis</a>," he chose to go by "Will" to avoid bullying during his school years.</p>

<p>Forte discovered a passion for comedy early in life and admired comedians like <a href="/biography/steve-martin">Steve Martin</a>. He attended Acalanes High School, graduating in 1988. He later enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he earned a bachelor's degree in history.</p>

<h2>Career Beginnings and Transition to Comedy</h2>

<p>Following in his father's footsteps, Forte initially worked as a financial broker at Smith Barney Shearson in Beverly Hills. However, he found little satisfaction in the financial sector and eventually quit to pursue a career aligned with his passion: writing and comedy.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough on Saturday Night Live</h2>

<p>In 2002, Forte joined the cast of <em>Saturday Night Live</em> (SNL) during its 28th season. Among his many impressions, he was frequently tasked with portraying <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_W._Bush">President</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_W._Bush">George W. Bush</a>, a role he acknowledged feeling uneasy about. He gained greater acclaim for creating the character MacGruber, a bumbling yet enthusiastic special operations agent, parodying the television character MacGyver. The sketch’s humor centered around MacGruber's inability to defuse bombs due to absurd personal distractions. The character became so popular that a series of Pepsi commercials were launched, even featuring <a href="/biography/richard-dean-anderson">Richard Dean Anderson</a>, the original MacGyver, as MacGruber’s father.</p>

<p>Building on the sketch’s success, MacGruber was adapted into a feature film released in 2010. Filmed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in just 28 days, the production schedule overlapped with ongoing SNL commitments, making it a particularly demanding time for the cast and crew.</p>

<h2>Post-SNL Challenges and Breakthrough in Film</h2>

<p>After departing from SNL in 2010, Forte encountered a career slump, worrying his run in show business might be ending. During this period, he took on supporting roles in several comedies including <em>That's My Boy</em>, <em>Rock of Ages</em>, and <em>The Watch</em>, though these films did not receive strong critical acclaim.</p>

<p>In 2013, Forte shifted genres with his first dramatic role in the Irish independent film <em>Run & Jump</em>. Later that year, he portrayed David Grant, the lead character's son, in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Payne">Alexander Payne</a>’s critically acclaimed drama <em>Nebraska</em>. The role earned him widespread praise and marked a new phase in his acting career.</p>

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<h2>The Last Man on Earth</h2>

<p>Forte returned to television in a multifaceted role as the creator, lead actor, writer, and showrunner of the post-apocalyptic sitcom <em>The Last Man on Earth</em>. Premiering in 2015, the show was well received by critics and audiences alike, leading to multiple season renewals. Despite the demanding workload—reportedly more than 12 hours a day—Forte described the experience as fulfilling and creatively rewarding.</p>

<p>His involvement in the series helped redefine his career, highlighting his range as both a performer and a creative force in television. As of recent estimates, Will Forte's net worth is approximately $6 million.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Professionalism</h2>

<p>In 2015, Will Forte briefly dated <a href="/biography/january-jones">actress</a> <a href="/biography/january-jones">January Jones</a>, who played Melissa on <em>The Last Man on Earth</em>. The relationship began in April and ended around August or September of the same year. While specific reasons for their split remain unconfirmed, some reports suggest the relationship ended amicably due to differences in long-term commitment expectations.</p>

<p>Despite the breakup, both actors maintained a high level of professionalism on set. Their cordial behavior was evident during public appearances, such as at the 67th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, where they interacted comfortably at both the ceremony and the after-party.</p>

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