Childhood and Education Journey of Drew Carey in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Drew Carey. A timeline of key moments.

Drew Carey is an American comedian, actor, and game show host. He rose to prominence through stand-up comedy before starring in his own sitcom, The Drew Carey Show, and hosting Whose Line Is It Anyway?. He has also appeared in films, television series, and other media. Since 2007, Carey has hosted the CBS game show The Price Is Right.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1946: Birth of Drew Carey's Brother Neil

In 1946, Neil Carey, one of Drew Carey's brothers, was born.

1952: Birth of Drew Carey's Brother Roger

In 1952, Roger Carey, one of Drew Carey's brothers, was born.

May 23, 1958: Drew Carey's Birth

On May 23, 1958, Drew Allison Carey was born. He is an American comedian, actor, and game show host.

1976: Drew Carey Graduated High School

In 1976, Drew Carey graduated from James Ford Rhodes High School.

1980: Drew Carey Enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve

In 1980, Drew Carey enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, serving for six years.

1983: Drew Carey Moved to Las Vegas

In 1983, Drew Carey moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he worked as a bank teller and a waiter at Denny's.

1997: Publication of Autobiography

In 1997, Drew Carey published his autobiography, Dirty Jokes and Beer: Stories of the Unrefined, detailing his childhood, father's death, experiences with molestation and depression, suicide attempts, and college years.

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1998: "Smoke-in" Protest

In 1998, Drew Carey led a "smoke-in" in defiance of California's new no-smoking ordinance inside bars and restaurants.

1999: Participation in Cleveland Browns Pregame Ceremonies

In 1999, Drew Carey participated in the pregame ceremonies for the first game of the Cleveland Browns' return, which was televised on ESPN.

August 2001: Undergoing Coronary Angioplasty

In August 2001, Drew Carey underwent a coronary angioplasty after experiencing chest pains while filming The Drew Carey Show.

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2001: Drew Carey Participated in Royal Rumble

In 2001, Drew Carey briefly participated in professional wrestling, entering the Royal Rumble.

2003: World Poker Tour Celebrity Edition

In 2003, Drew Carey competed in the first celebrity edition of the World Poker Tour, placing fifth and winning $2,000 for his charity.

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May 17, 2006: Appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Bifocal Revelation

On May 17, 2006, Drew Carey revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he began needing bifocals at age 40, despite having previously undergone refractive surgery to correct his vision.

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August 12, 2006: First Pitch and Bobblehead Day

On August 12, 2006, Drew Carey threw the first pitch at a Cleveland Guardians game against the Kansas City Royals and was honored with a personal bobblehead doll.

2006: Attendance at the 2006 FIFA World Cup

In 2006, Drew Carey attended the FIFA World Cup in Germany.

2006: Attending the FIFA World Cup as a Press Photographer

In the summer of 2006, Drew Carey attended the FIFA World Cup in Germany, working as a press photographer under the pseudonym Brooks Parkenridge for his television show, Drew Carey's Sporting Adventures. His images were sold via wire services.

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September 14, 2007: Critique of Iraq War on Real Time with Bill Maher

On September 14, 2007, Drew Carey expressed his distaste for the Bush administration's management of the Iraq War on Real Time with Bill Maher.

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2007: Proposal to Nicole Jaracz

In 2007, Drew Carey proposed to Nicole Jaracz, though they later called off the engagement in 2012.

September 26, 2008: Libertarian Definition on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

On the September 26, 2008, episode of The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Drew Carey humorously defined "libertarian" as "a conservative who still gets high."

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March 19, 2009: Seattle Sounders FC's Debut in Major League Soccer

On March 19, 2009, the Seattle Sounders FC, of which Drew Carey is a minority owner, began playing in Major League Soccer.

October 2009: Charity Auction Bid for @drew Twitter Account

In October 2009, Drew Carey bid $25,000 in a charity auction for the @drew Twitter account, later increasing his offer to $100,000 if his follower count reached 100,000 by the end of the auction.

December 31, 2009: Pledge to Livestrong Foundation

On December 31, 2009, Drew Carey pledged to donate $1 million to the Livestrong Foundation if his Twitter follower count reached one million.

2010: Attendance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup

In 2010, Drew Carey attended the FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

2010: Diet and Exercise Plan

In 2010, Drew Carey began a diet and exercise plan that led to considerable weight loss and, according to him, cured his Type 2 diabetes.

May 15, 2011: Completed Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon

On May 15, 2011, Drew Carey completed the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon in 1:57:02.

September 4, 2011: Completed Disneyland Half Marathon

On September 4, 2011, Drew Carey completed the Disneyland Half Marathon in 1:50:46.

October 30, 2011: Finished the Marine Corps Marathon

On October 30, 2011, Drew Carey finished the Marine Corps Marathon with a chip time of 4:37:11.

2012: Engagement Called Off

In 2012, Drew Carey and Nicole Jaracz called off their engagement. They were engaged since 2007.

September 2014: Reward for Information on Faked Ice Bucket Challenge

In September 2014, Drew Carey offered $10,000 to help find the perpetrators of a faked "ice bucket challenge" involving an autistic teen who was showered with feces, urine, tobacco spit, and cigarette butts.

2016: Support for Gary Johnson

In 2016, Drew Carey supported Libertarian Party presidential candidate Gary Johnson and became an Honorary Chair of the campaign for California.

2016: Seattle Sounders FC Won MLS Cup

In 2016, Seattle Sounders FC, of which Drew Carey is a minority owner, won the MLS Cup.

January 2018: Engagement to Amie Harwick

In January 2018, Drew Carey announced his engagement to sex therapist Amie Harwick, but they ended the engagement in November of the same year, though remained close.

2019: Seattle Sounders FC Won MLS Cup Again

In 2019, the Seattle Sounders FC, co-owned by Drew Carey, secured another MLS Cup victory.

February 15, 2020: Death of Amie Harwick and Arrest of Gareth Pursehouse

On February 15, 2020, Amie Harwick, Drew Carey's former fiancée, was found dead in a Hollywood Hills neighborhood. Her ex-boyfriend, Gareth Pursehouse, was arrested for her murder.

2020: Endorsement of Joe Biden

In 2020, Drew Carey endorsed and donated to Joe Biden in the United States presidential election. He also donated to Tulsi Gabbard and Bill Weld earlier in that election cycle.