History of Bobby Moynihan in Timeline

Robert Michael "Bobby" Moynihan Jr. is an American actor and comedian best known for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL). He was a cast member and writer on the show from 2008 to 2017, contributing memorable characters and impressions. Since his departure from SNL, Moynihan has continued his acting career in various television and film roles, showcasing his comedic talents in different formats. He has also voiced characters in animated shows and movies. Moynihan's career highlights his success in sketch comedy and his transition into broader acting roles.

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January 31, 1977: Bobby Moynihan Born

On January 31, 1977, Robert Michael Moynihan Jr. was born. He is an American actor and comedian.

1999: Graduated from the University of Connecticut

In 1999, Bobby Moynihan graduated from the University of Connecticut's School of Fine Arts.

September 13, 2008: Joined Saturday Night Live Cast

On September 13, 2008, Bobby Moynihan joined the cast of NBC's Saturday Night Live during its 34th season.

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2008: Joined Saturday Night Live

In 2008, Bobby Moynihan became a cast member and writer for the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.

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2008: Supporting Role in The Line and ESPN Radio Ad Campaign

In 2008, Bobby Moynihan had a supporting role in the web-series The Line and featured in a national television ad campaign for ESPN Radio with Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay.

2009: Mystery Team premiered at Sundance Film Festival

In 2009, the film Mystery Team, in which Bobby Moynihan played a supporting role, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival before a limited theatrical release.

2009: Starred in Colbie Caillat's music video

In the summer of 2009, Bobby Moynihan starred in the music video for Colbie Caillat's single, "Fallin' for You".

2013: Voice acting debut in Monsters University

In 2013, Bobby Moynihan made his voice acting film debut in Monsters University as Chet Alexander.

2013: Starred in Monsters University

In 2013, Bobby Moynihan starred in the animated film Monsters University.

2014: Voiced title character in Chozen

In 2014, Bobby Moynihan voiced the titular character in the FX animated comedy Chozen, which aired for one season.

2015: Voiced Panda in We Bare Bears and Hal the Dog in Nature Cat

In 2015, Bobby Moynihan started voicing Panda in We Bare Bears and Hal the Dog in Nature Cat.

2015: Featured in Slow Learners, voiced Panda and Hal the Dog

In 2015, Bobby Moynihan was featured in Slow Learners and voiced Panda in We Bare Bears, as well as Hal the Dog in Nature Cat.

August 2016: Married Brynn O'Malley

In August 2016, Bobby Moynihan married his longtime girlfriend, Broadway actress Brynn O'Malley.

2016: Pizza Hut Commercial and The Secret Life of Pets

In 2016, Bobby Moynihan appeared in a Pizza Hut commercial for their Bacon Stuffed crust pizza and voiced Mel in The Secret Life of Pets.

2016: Starred in The Secret Life of Pets

In 2016, Bobby Moynihan starred in the animated film The Secret Life of Pets.

May 20, 2017: Left Saturday Night Live

On May 20, 2017, Bobby Moynihan ended his tenure on Saturday Night Live at the end of season 42.

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July 2017: Daughter Born

In July 2017, Bobby Moynihan's daughter was born.

2017: Voiced Louie Duck in DuckTales

From 2017, Bobby Moynihan voiced the character Louie Duck in the Disney Channel/Disney XD revival of DuckTales.

2017: Left Saturday Night Live

In 2017, Bobby Moynihan ended his tenure as a cast member and writer for the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.

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2019: Starred in The Secret Life of Pets sequel

In 2019, Bobby Moynihan starred in the sequel to the animated film The Secret Life of Pets.

2020: End of We Bare Bears role and Loafy show

In 2020, Bobby Moynihan concluded his role as Panda in We Bare Bears and starred in the show Loafy, where he was the creator, executive producer, director, and writer.

December 2021: Wrote "The Holiday Pact"

In December 2021, Bobby Moynihan wrote the segment "The Holiday Pact" in DC Comics' anthology special Tis the Season to Be Freezin'.

2021: End of DuckTales role

Bobby Moynihan concluded his role as the voice of Louie Duck on DuckTales in 2021.

2021: Starred in Mr. Mayor and Loafy

From 2021, Bobby Moynihan played Jayden Kwapis in the NBC sitcom Mr. Mayor, and starred as the titular manatee in his series Loafy.

2022: Released children's book

In 2022, Bobby Moynihan released a children's book titled Not All Sheep Are Boring.

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June 2023: Started voicing Bobby Boots in Pupstruction

In June 2023, Bobby Moynihan began voicing the character Bobby Boots in the Disney Junior TV series Pupstruction.

2024: End of Nature Cat role

Bobby Moynihan is set to conclude his role as Hal the Dog in the PBS Kids series Nature Cat in 2024.

March 2025: Appeared on Very Important People

In March 2025, Bobby Moynihan appeared on Season 2 of Dropout’s interview-parody show Very Important People in the episode “Dan Wesley Sharron,” playing a frozen man with the same name.