History of Billy Eichner in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 20, 2026

Billy Eichner is an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and television host recognized for his energetic and confrontational comedic style. He gained prominence as the creator, star, and executive producer of 'Billy on the Street,' a popular comedy game show known for its absurd man-on-the-street interviews and pop culture references. Eichner has also had roles in television shows like 'Parks and Recreation' and 'American Horror Story,' and he co-wrote and starred in the romantic comedy 'Bros,' making him a significant figure in contemporary comedy and entertainment.

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September 18, 1978: Billy Eichner's Birth

On September 18, 1978, Billy Eichner was born. He is an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and television show host, known for creating and starring in Funny or Die's Billy on the Street.

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1996: Graduation from Stuyvesant High School

In 1996, Billy Eichner graduated from Stuyvesant High School.

2000: Graduation from Northwestern University

In 2000, Billy Eichner graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Theater. Robin Lord Taylor was his college roommate.

2011: Billy on the Street Premiere

In 2011, Billy Eichner starred in Billy on the Street. The show initially aired on Fuse, before moving to truTV and was created within Funny or Die. In the show, Eichner roams the streets of New York City, asking pedestrians trivia questions, often accompanied by celebrity guests.

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August 2013: Guest Starred in Parks and Recreation

In August 2013, Billy Eichner guest starred in the sixth season of Parks and Recreation as Craig Middlebrooks, Donna's Eagleton counterpart.

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October 10, 2013: First Episode of Parks and Recreation

On October 10, 2013, Billy Eichner's first episode of Parks and Recreation aired where he played Craig Middlebrooks, who joins the Pawnee Parks and Recreation Department when Pawnee absorbs Eagleton.

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2014: Appearance at the Primetime Emmy Awards

During the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards show in 2014, Billy Eichner appeared with host Seth Meyers on the streets of New York, interviewing random people.

August 2015: Difficult People Series Airing on Hulu

In August 2015, the Hulu original series Difficult People, starring Billy Eichner and Julie Klausner and executive produced by Amy Poehler, began airing on Hulu.

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2016: Appearance in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

In 2016, Billy Eichner appeared in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, which was released on May 20.

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2017: Joined American Horror Story

In 2017, Billy Eichner joined the cast of American Horror Story for recurring roles in its seventh and eighth seasons. He also became a recurring guest on the comedy series Friends from College.

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February 1, 2018: Glam Up the Midterms Announcement

On February 1, 2018, Billy Eichner announced a new initiative called Glam Up the Midterms on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in conjunction with Funny or Die, to encourage voting in the midterm elections.

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2019: Joined Swing Left as Senior Advisor

In 2019, Billy Eichner joined the progressive political organization Swing Left as senior advisor.

2019: Voicing Timon in The Lion King Remake

In 2019, Billy Eichner provided the voice of Timon in Disney's live action remake of The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau.

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July 2020: Announced Paul Lynde Biopic

In July 2020, Billy Eichner announced that he and Tom McNulty were developing a film biography of Paul Lynde called Man in the Box, with Eichner portraying Lynde.

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2020: Endorsed Elizabeth Warren

In 2020, Billy Eichner endorsed Elizabeth Warren in the Democratic Party presidential primaries.

March 2021: Announced Film Bros

In March 2021, Billy Eichner announced that he was writing and starring in the film Bros, which tells the story of two gay men with commitment issues who decide to settle down with each other.

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