History of Andy Samberg in Timeline
Andy Samberg is an American actor, comedian, musician, writer, and producer. He gained prominence as a member of the comedy music group The Lonely Island, alongside Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone. Samberg was a cast member and writer on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2005 to 2012, where he and The Lonely Island popularized SNL Digital Shorts. His work spans television, film, and music, marked by his comedic style and contributions to digital comedy.
1925: Salvatore Maida Immigration
In 1925, Salvatore Maida, Andy Samberg's biological maternal grandfather, immigrated to the U.S.
1938: Ellen Philipsborn Immigration
In 1938, Ellen Philipsborn, Andy Samberg's biological maternal grandmother, immigrated to the U.S.
August 18, 1978: Andy Samberg's Birth
On August 18, 1978, David A. J. Samberg, known professionally as Andy Samberg, was born.
1996: Graduates from Berkeley High School
In 1996, Andy Samberg graduated from Berkeley High School and developed an interest in creative writing.
2000: Graduates from NYU
In 2000, Andy Samberg graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
September 2005: Joins Saturday Night Live
In September 2005, Andy Samberg joined 'Saturday Night Live' as a featured player and writer.
December 17, 2005: "Lazy Sunday" Debut
On December 17, 2005, Andy Samberg co-starred in the Digital Short "Lazy Sunday" on 'Saturday Night Live', which became an Internet sensation.
2005: Joins Saturday Night Live
In 2005, Andy Samberg became a cast member and writer for Saturday Night Live.
2005: YouTube Launch and Online Comedy
In 2005, with the creation of YouTube, Andy Samberg and his friends' comedy videos became more widespread, helping him land an agent and a role on Saturday Night Live.
2006: Meeting Joanna Newsom
In 2006, Andy Samberg met his future wife, musician Joanna Newsom, at one of her concerts.
2007: Stars in Hot Rod
In 2007, Andy Samberg starred in the film 'Hot Rod'.
February 7, 2009: "I'm on a Boat" Debut
On February 7, 2009, the video for Andy Samberg's comedy troupe's collaboration with T-Pain, "I'm on a Boat", debuted and became a hit on YouTube.
May 10, 2009: "Motherlover" Release
On May 10, 2009, Andy Samberg released the digital short "Motherlover", also featuring Justin Timberlake, to commemorate Mother's Day.
2009: Debut Album Incredibad Release
In 2009, Andy Samberg and The Lonely Island released their debut album, 'Incredibad'.
2009: "I'm on a Boat" hit released
In 2009, Andy Samberg and the Lonely Island's hit "I'm on a Boat" was released.
2009: Stars in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
In 2009, Andy Samberg starred in 'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs'.
June 1, 2012: Leaves Saturday Night Live
On June 1, 2012, Andy Samberg left 'Saturday Night Live'.
2012: Leaves Saturday Night Live
In 2012, Andy Samberg left Saturday Night Live.
2012: Stars in That's My Boy, Celeste and Jesse Forever and Hotel Transylvania
In 2012, Andy Samberg starred in 'That's My Boy', 'Celeste and Jesse Forever', and the first 'Hotel Transylvania' film.
February 2013: Proposes to Joanna Newsom
In February 2013, Andy Samberg proposed to Joanna Newsom.
September 21, 2013: Marriage to Joanna Newsom
On September 21, 2013, Andy Samberg married Joanna Newsom in Big Sur, California.
2013: Stars in Brooklyn Nine-Nine
In 2013, Andy Samberg began starring as Jake Peralta in the police sitcom 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'.
March 2014: Purchase of Moorcrest Estate
In March 2014, Andy Samberg and Joanna Newsom purchased the Moorcrest estate in Los Angeles.
2014: Returns to Host SNL Finale
In 2014, Andy Samberg returned to 'Saturday Night Live' to host the Season 39 finale.
2014: Golden Globe Win
In 2014, Andy Samberg won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy for his role as Jake Peralta.
September 20, 2015: Hosts the 67th Primetime Emmy Awards
On September 20, 2015, Andy Samberg hosted the 67th Primetime Emmy Awards.
May 16, 2016: Performs "I'm on a Boat" on The Tonight Show
On May 16, 2016, Andy Samberg and The Lonely Island performed "I'm on a Boat" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
2016: Stars in Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
In 2016, Andy Samberg starred in the film 'Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping'.
August 8, 2017: Birth of Daughter
On August 8, 2017, Andy Samberg and Joanna Newsom announced the birth of their daughter.
January 6, 2019: Co-hosts the 76th Golden Globe Awards
On January 6, 2019, Andy Samberg co-hosted the 76th Golden Globe Awards with Sandra Oh.
2019: Discovery on Finding Your Roots
In 2019, on 'Finding Your Roots', Andy Samberg learned about his mother's biological parents.
2020: Stars in Palm Springs
In 2020, Andy Samberg starred in the film 'Palm Springs'.
2021: End of Brooklyn Nine-Nine
In 2021, Andy Samberg's show 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' concluded.
2022: Stars in Hotel Transylvania film series
In 2022, Andy Samberg concluded acting in the 'Hotel Transylvania' film series.
February 2023: Birth of Son
In February 2023, the birth of Andy Samberg and Joanna Newsom's son was announced.
November 2023: Holy Roller Comic Release
In November 2023, the first issue of 'Holy Roller', a comic written by Andy Samberg and others, was released.
2024: Returns to portray Doug Emhoff
In 2024, Andy Samberg returned to Saturday Night Live in Season 50 to portray Doug Emhoff.
