Billy Eichner is an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and television host recognized for his energetic and confrontational street interviews. He gained prominence as the creator, star, and executive producer of "Billy on the Street," a comedy game show known for its fast-paced, pop-culture-infused interactions with unsuspecting pedestrians. Eichner's work often blends humor with social commentary, and he is known for his outspokenness on LGBTQ+ rights and political issues. He has also appeared in television shows such as "Parks and Recreation" and "American Horror Story," and co-wrote and starred in the film "Bros."
On September 18, 1978, Billy Eichner was born. He is an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and television show host.
In 1996, Billy Eichner graduated from Stuyvesant High School.
In 2000, Billy Eichner graduated from Northwestern University with a BS in Theater. Actor Robin Lord Taylor was his college roommate.
In 2011, Billy Eichner starred in the show Billy on the Street. The show initially aired on Fuse, before moving to truTV.
On August 5, 2013, Eichner guest starred in the sixth season of Parks and Recreation.
On October 10, 2013, Eichner's first episode of Parks and Recreation aired. He stars as Donna's Eagleton counterpart, Craig Middlebrooks.
In 2014, Eichner appeared with host Seth Meyers on the streets of New York during the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards show, interviewing random people.
In August 2015, Eichner starred in the Hulu original series Difficult People, with Julie Klausner. It was executive produced by Amy Poehler.
In 2016, Eichner appeared in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, released May 20.
In 2017, Eichner joined the cast of American Horror Story for recurring roles in its seventh and eighth seasons.
On February 1, 2018, Eichner announced a new initiative called Glam Up the Midterms, during that night's episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in conjunction with Funny or Die.
In 2019, Eichner joined the progressive political organization Swing Left as senior advisor.
In 2019, Eichner provided the voice of Timon in Disney's live action remake of The Lion King, from director Jon Favreau.
In July 2020, Eichner announced that he and Tom McNulty were developing a film biography of Paul Lynde called Man in the Box, with Eichner portraying Lynde.
In 2020, Eichner endorsed Elizabeth Warren in the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries.
In March 2021, 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.
In 2024, Eichner reprised his role as the voice of Timon in Mufasa: The Lion King.
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