Joel McHale

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Breakthrough with “The Soup” and “Community”

McHale rose to national prominence as the host of The Soup, a satirical weekly television show on the E! Network. The show featured humorous commentary on pop culture and television clips, helping to establish McHale as a sharp-witted comedic personality. He hosted The Soup from 2004 to 2015 and continued to be a regular guest on radio shows like Mickey and Amelia and The Adam Carolla Show.

Quick Facts

Birth Date
20 Nov, 1971
Age
48 yrs
Citizenship
Italy
United States of America
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Birth Place
Rome
Education
University of Washington
Gender
Male
Description
American stand-up comedian
Twitter Id
Joelmchale
Spouse
Sarah Williams
Net Worth 2021
14 million

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He achieved further fame for his starring role as Jeff Winger on the NBC comedy series Community (2009–2015). His portrayal of the witty and self-centered former lawyer earned critical praise and cemented his place in television comedy.

Film and Voice Acting Roles

In addition to his television work, McHale has appeared in a number of films, including Ted, Rex, and Spider-Man 2. He lent his voice to the character Elliot in Open Season 2, and reprised the role for Open Season 3. He also starred in Spy Kids: All the Time in the World and made appearances in television series such as Sons of Anarchy and Tosh.0.

Other Projects and Affiliations

McHale has performed regularly with the Circle X Theatre in Los Angeles, acting in several stage productions. A passionate fan of sports, he is a well-known supporter of the Seattle Seahawks. His diverse array of projects across television, film, and live performance have demonstrated his versatility as an entertainer.

Net Worth and Earnings

Joel McHale has an estimated net worth of $6 million. Most of his earnings come from his work as a host and actor. While hosting The Soup, he reportedly earned approximately $2 million annually. On Community, he earned about $60,000 per episode. His continued work in film, voice acting, and guest appearances contributes to his sustained financial success.


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Last Modified: May 9 2025

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