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Jack Mcbrayer

Early Life and Education

Jack McBrayer is an American actor best known for his role as Kenneth Parcell on the acclaimed television comedy series 30 Rock. He was born in Macon, Georgia, and later moved to Conyers, Georgia, where he spent much of his childhood. McBrayer studied theater administration at the University of Evansville in Indiana, where he developed his foundational skills in performance and theater production.

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Beginnings in Comedy and Improvisation

Following college, McBrayer moved to Chicago, Illinois, where he trained and performed at two of the city’s most prominent improvisational theaters: The Second City and iO Theater (formerly known as ImprovOlympic). His work in the Chicago comedy scene proved pivotal, as it was during this time that he met Tina Fey, who would later cast him in 30 Rock.

Breakthrough Role on 30 Rock

McBrayer gained national recognition playing Kenneth Parcell, the cheerful and quirky NBC page, on 30 Rock, which aired from 2006 to 2013. His performance earned widespread praise for its comedic timing and charm. At the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards in 2009, McBrayer was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, highlighting the impact of his portrayal.


Quick Facts
Birth Date: 27 May, 1973
Age: 46 yrs
Occupations: Comedian
Television actor
Film actor
Voice actor
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Conyers
Education: University of Evansville
Gender: Male
Description: American actor
Net Worth 2021: 6 million
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Last Modified: Oct 29 2025
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