History of Andrew McCarthy in Timeline
Andrew McCarthy is an American actor, travel writer, television director, and author, prominently known as a member of the Brat Pack. He achieved fame through roles in iconic 1980s films like St. Elmo's Fire, Pretty in Pink, Mannequin, and Weekend at Bernie's, earning him recognition as one of VH1's 100 Greatest Teen Stars. Beyond acting, McCarthy has directed television series, including Orange Is the New Black, showcasing his versatility in the entertainment industry.
November 29, 1962: Andrew McCarthy's Birth
On November 29, 1962, Andrew Thomas McCarthy was born. He would later become an actor, travel writer, television director, and author, known for being a member of the Brat Pack.
1983: First Major Role in Class
In 1983, Andrew McCarthy had his first major role in the comedy Class, starring opposite Jacqueline Bisset.
1985: Starring in 'Heaven Help Us'
In 1985, Andrew McCarthy starred in the film Heaven Help Us (also known as Catholic Boys) alongside Donald Sutherland and Kevin Dillon, playing the role of Michael Dunn.
1985: St. Elmo's Fire Release
In 1985, Andrew McCarthy starred in the film St. Elmo's Fire, a role that contributed to his fame as a member of the Brat Pack.
1986: Pretty in Pink Release
In 1986, Andrew McCarthy appeared in Pretty in Pink, another film that solidified his status as a prominent actor of the 1980s and member of the Brat Pack.
1987: Roles in 'Mannequin' and 'Less than Zero'
In 1987, Andrew McCarthy appeared in the films Mannequin and Less than Zero, the latter being an adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's novel.
1987: Mannequin Release
In 1987, Andrew McCarthy starred in the film Mannequin, adding to his list of notable roles during the 1980s.
1988: Return to Hollywood
In 1988, Andrew McCarthy returned to Hollywood and starred in films such as Fresh Horses and Kansas.
1989: Success with 'Weekend at Bernie's'
In 1989, Andrew McCarthy had another hit with the comedy film Weekend at Bernie's.
1989: Weekend at Bernie's Release
In 1989, Andrew McCarthy starred in Weekend at Bernie's, a comedy film that became another well-known role in his career.
1992: Enters Detoxification Program
In 1992, Andrew McCarthy entered a detoxification program to combat his alcohol problem, and has been sober since that time.
October 9, 1999: Marriage to Carol Schneider
On October 9, 1999, Andrew McCarthy married his college sweetheart Carol Schneider almost 20 years after they first dated.
1999: Tony Award for Side Man
In 1999, Andrew McCarthy starred in Side Man on Broadway, which won the Tony Award for Best Play.
2002: Birth of Son Sam
In 2002, Carol Schneider gave birth to their son, Sam, who also became an actor.
2003: Controversy on Law & Order: Criminal Intent
In 2003, Andrew McCarthy was initially cast to guest star in two episodes of Law & Order: Criminal Intent but was later dismissed due to conflicts with actor Vincent D'Onofrio.
2004: Public Announcement About Alcoholism
In 2004, Andrew McCarthy announced that he had struggled with a serious alcohol problem since the age of 12.
2004: Role in Kingdom Hospital
In 2004, Andrew McCarthy played the role of Dr. Hook in Kingdom Hospital.
2005: Divorce from Carol Schneider
In 2005, Andrew McCarthy and Carol Schneider divorced.
2005: Appearance in E-Ring
In 2005, Andrew McCarthy appeared in five episodes of the NBC television series E-Ring.
2007: Guest Star on Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Despite a previous conflict, in 2007, Andrew McCarthy guest-starred in an episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent, this time with Chris Noth.
2008: Roles in Lipstick Jungle and The Spiderwick Chronicles
In 2008, Andrew McCarthy starred in the NBC television series Lipstick Jungle as Joe Bennett and had a minor role in The Spiderwick Chronicles.
2010: Appearance in White Collar
In 2010, Andrew McCarthy appeared in the USA show White Collar.
2010: Travel Journalist of the Year
In 2010, Andrew McCarthy received the Travel Journalist of the Year award from the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW).
2010: Travel Writing and Ethiopian Incident
In 2010, Andrew McCarthy was escorted out of an underground church in Lalibela, Ethiopia, for entering without documentation while on assignment for Afar magazine. He was also serving as an Editor at Large at National Geographic Traveler magazine at that time.
August 28, 2011: Marriage to Dolores Rice
On August 28, 2011, Andrew McCarthy married Irish writer and director Dolores Rice. They have two children, Willow and Rowan.
2011: Directing and Acting in White Collar
In 2011, Andrew McCarthy not only appeared in the hit USA show White Collar but also returned to direct the episode "Neighborhood Watch" in the next season.
2012: Publication of 'The Longest Way Home'
In 2012, Andrew McCarthy's book, The Longest Way Home: One Man's Quest for the Courage to Settle Down, was published.
February 2015: "A Song for Ireland" Published
In February 2015, National Geographic published Andrew McCarthy's account, "A Song for Ireland", detailing his return to his great-grandfather's house in Ireland.
2015: Directing The Blacklist
In 2015, Andrew McCarthy directed three episodes in Season 2 of the NBC hit television show The Blacklist, starring James Spader and Megan Boone.
2016: Starring in The Family
In 2016, Andrew McCarthy starred in the short-lived ABC drama The Family.
2017: Publication of 'Just Fly Away'
In 2017, Algonquin Books published Andrew McCarthy's YA novel, Just Fly Away, which became a New York Times bestseller.
2020: Recurring Role in Good Girls
From 2020 to 2021, Andrew McCarthy had a recurring role in NBC's TV series Good Girls.
May 2021: Release of 'Brat: An '80s Story'
In May 2021, Andrew McCarthy's memoir about his life and career in the 1980s, titled Brat: An '80s Story, was released by Grand Central Publishing.
2021: Recurring Role in Good Girls
From 2020 to 2021, Andrew McCarthy had a recurring role in NBC's TV series Good Girls.
2021: Walking the Camino de Santiago with his son Sam
In the summer of 2021, Andrew McCarthy walked the Camino de Santiago with his son Sam, a journey documented in his memoir released in 2023.
2022: Joins the Cast of The Resident
In 2022, Andrew McCarthy joined the cast of The Resident as Ian Sullivan, a renowned pediatric surgeon and Cade's estranged father.
2023: Release of Walking with Sam
In 2023, Grand Central Publishing released Walking with Sam: A Father, a Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain, Andrew McCarthy's memoir about walking the Camino de Santiago with his son Sam.
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