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 after a stint in the U.S. Marine Corps, achieving recognition as a stand-up comedian. He gained significant fame starring in his sitcom, 'The Drew Carey Show,' and as the host of 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', both popular shows on ABC. Beyond television, Carey has appeared in films, music videos, and other media formats. Since 2007, he has been the host of the CBS game show 'The Price Is Right'.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1946: Birth of Brother Neil

In 1946, Drew Carey's brother, Neil, was born.

1952: Birth of Brother Roger

In 1952, Drew Carey's brother, Roger, was born.

May 23, 1958: Drew Carey's Birth

On May 23, 1958, Drew Allison Carey was born, marking the beginning of his life as an American comedian, actor, and game show host.

1976: Graduation from High School

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

1980: Enlistment in the United States Marine Corps Reserve

In 1980, Drew Carey enlisted into the United States Marine Corps Reserve, serving for six years as a field radio operator.

1983: Move to Las Vegas

In 1983, Drew Carey moved to Las Vegas for a few months, working as a bank teller and a waiter at Denny's.

1997: Publication of Dirty Jokes and Beer: Stories of the Unrefined

In 1997, Drew Carey published his autobiography, "Dirty Jokes and Beer: Stories of the Unrefined," where he wrote about his childhood, his father's death, being molested, his depression, and suicide attempts. The book was on The New York Times bestseller list for three months.

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1998: Smoke-In Protest

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

1999: Participation in Cleveland Browns Pregame Ceremonies

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

May 2, 2000: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire appearance

On May 2, 2000, Drew Carey selected the Ohio Library Foundation to receive his $500,000 winnings on a celebrity edition of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.

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August 2001: Coronary Angioplasty

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

2001: Participation in Royal Rumble

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

2001: Royal Rumble Participation

In 2001, Drew Carey was the first television actor to enter the World Wrestling Federation's 30-man "Royal Rumble" match to promote an improv comedy pay-per-view. He eliminated himself from the match after refusing to bribe Kane.

2003: World Poker Tour

In 2003, Drew Carey competed against five other celebrities in the first celebrity edition of the World Poker Tour. He placed fifth, and won $2,000 for his charity.

May 17, 2006: Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance

On May 17, 2006, Drew Carey revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he had developed a need for bifocals after turning 40.

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August 12, 2006: First Pitch at Cleveland Indians Game

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

2006: Attendance at FIFA World Cup in Germany

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

2006: Press photographer at the 2006 FIFA World Cup

In the summer of 2006, Drew Carey attended the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany as a press photographer for his television show, Drew Carey's Sporting Adventures.

June 2007: FIFA Soccer 07 Challenge

In June 2007, Drew Carey offered to donate up to $100,000 to the Mooch Myernick Memorial Fund if anyone could beat him at the video game "FIFA Soccer 07" for the Xbox 360, and he ended up donating $160,000 total.

September 14, 2007: Real Time with Bill Maher Appearance

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.

September 26, 2008: The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson Appearance

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

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March 19, 2009: Minority Owner of Seattle Sounders FC

On March 19, 2009, Drew Carey became a minority owner of the Seattle Sounders FC.

October 2009: Charity auction bid for @drew Twitter account

In October 2009, Drew Carey made a bid of $25,000 in a charity auction for the @drew Twitter account, later increasing his offer to $100,000 under certain conditions.

December 31, 2009: Livestrong Donation Pledge

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

2010: Attendance at FIFA World Cup in South Africa

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 and lost considerable weight, which he said cured his Type 2 diabetes.

2010: Death of Brother Neil

In 2010, Drew Carey's brother, Neil, passed away.

April 2, 2011: WWE Hall of Fame Induction

On April 2, 2011, Drew Carey was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame by Kane.

May 15, 2011: Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon Completion

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

September 4, 2011: Disneyland Half Marathon Completion

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

October 30, 2011: Marine Corps Marathon Completion

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

2012: Engagement called off with Nicole Jaracz

In 2012, Drew Carey and Nicole Jaracz called off their engagement.

September 2014: Reward for Identifying Ice Bucket Challenge Perpetrators

In September 2014, Drew Carey promised $10,000 to help find the perpetrators of a faked "ice bucket challenge" involving an autistic 15-year-old Ohio boy. Celebrities matched his offer.

2016: Support for Gary Johnson

In 2016, Drew Carey supported Libertarian Party presidential candidate Gary Johnson in his run for office, and was made an Honorary Chair of the campaign for California.

2016: Seattle Sounders FC win 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.

2019: Seattle Sounders FC win MLS Cup

In 2019, Seattle Sounders FC, of which Drew Carey is a minority owner, won the MLS Cup.

February 15, 2020: Death of Amie Harwick

On February 15, 2020, Amie Harwick, Drew Carey's former fiancée, was found dead in Hollywood Hills. Her ex-boyfriend was later convicted of her murder.

2020: Endorsement of Joe Biden

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