History of John Mulaney in Timeline

John Mulaney is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer, best known for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a writer from 2008 to 2013. He co-created the popular recurring character Stefon with Bill Hader. Since leaving SNL, Mulaney has hosted the show multiple times, solidifying his presence in comedy and entertainment.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1961: Influence of Nichols and May's Mike Nichols & Elaine May Examine Doctors

In 1961, Nichols and May released Mike Nichols & Elaine May Examine Doctors, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

1965: Influence of Woody Allen's Comedian

In 1965, Woody Allen released Comedian, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

1973: Influence of Albert Brooks's Comedy Minus One

In 1973, Albert Brooks released Comedy Minus One, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

1982: Comparison of Baby J to Richard Pryor's Live on the Sunset Strip

In 1982, Richard Pryor released Live on the Sunset Strip, which was mentioned as a comparison to John Mulaney's Baby J.

1996: Influence of Chris Rock's Bring the Pain

In 1996, Chris Rock released Bring the Pain, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

1998: Influence of Eddie Izzard's Dress to Kill

In 1998, Eddie Izzard released Dress to Kill, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

1999: Influence of Chris Rock's Bigger & Blacker and Mitch Hedberg's Strategic Grill Locations

In 1999, Chris Rock released Bigger & Blacker and Mitch Hedberg released Strategic Grill Locations, which Mulaney mentioned loving.

2003: Influence of Dave Attell's Skanks for the Memories...

In 2003, Dave Attell released Skanks for the Memories..., which Mulaney mentioned loving.

September 22, 2005: Sobriety Since 2005

John Mulaney mentioned in a 2014 interview that he had been sober since September 22, 2005.

2008: SNL's Satirical Work on US Presidential Election

In 2008, Saturday Night Live performed satirical work on the United States presidential election.

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2009: Peabody Award Win for Saturday Night Live

In 2009, John Mulaney won a Peabody Award alongside the writers of Saturday Night Live for their satirical work on the 2008 United States presidential election.

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2011: Emmy Award Win for "Justin Timberlake Monologue"

In 2011, John Mulaney won his first Emmy Award for co-writing the song "Justin Timberlake Monologue" with Seth Meyers and Justin Timberlake, which aired on Saturday Night Live.

July 5, 2014: Marriage to Annamarie Tendler

On July 5, 2014, John Mulaney married multimedia artist Annamarie Tendler. Dan Levy performed their wedding ceremony.

2014: Views on Religion

In 2014, John Mulaney stated on WTF with Marc Maron that his religious views aligned more closely with Judaism than with the Catholic ideas of his upbringing.

2014: Discussed Sobriety in Interview

In a 2014 interview, John Mulaney discussed his struggles with substance use and said he had been sober since September 22, 2005.

2016: Donated to Bernie Sanders's Presidential Campaign

In 2016, John Mulaney donated to Bernie Sanders's presidential campaign.

2016: Performs at USO Event

In 2016, John Mulaney performed stand-up comedy at Joint Base Andrews for "A Celebration of Service", an event organized by the USO, alongside other comedians and in the presence of President Barack Obama and other dignitaries.

April 14, 2018: Saturday Night Live Hosting

On April 14, 2018, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time.

2018: Emmy Award Win for Kid Gorgeous at Radio City

In 2018, John Mulaney won his second Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special for his stand-up special John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City.

January 2019: Tour with Pete Davidson

In January 2019, John Mulaney announced a limited comedy tour series with Pete Davidson called "Sundays with Pete & John".

March 2, 2019: Second Time Hosting Saturday Night Live

On March 2, 2019, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the second time.

December 2019: Release of John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch on Netflix

In December 2019, John Mulaney released a children's musical comedy special, John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch, on Netflix, featuring celebrity cameos and inspired by classic children's shows.

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2019: Donated to Bernie Sanders's 2016 Presidential Campaign

In a 2019 Esquire magazine interview, John Mulaney mentioned he had donated to Bernie Sanders's 2016 presidential campaign.

February 29, 2020: Third Time Hosting Saturday Night Live

On February 29, 2020, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the third time.

June 2, 2020: Attends Black Lives Matter Protest

On June 2, 2020, John Mulaney was seen at a Black Lives Matter protest in Washington D.C.

September 2020: Checks into Rehabilitation Facility

In September 2020, John Mulaney checked into a rehabilitation facility.

October 31, 2020: Fourth Time Hosting Saturday Night Live

On October 31, 2020, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the fourth time.

December 2020: Checks into Drug Rehabilitation Center

In December 2020, John Mulaney checked into a drug rehabilitation center for alcoholism, cocaine dependence, and prescription drug addiction.

December 2020: Enters Rehab for Substance Abuse

In December 2020, John Mulaney sought treatment for alcoholism, cocaine addiction, and prescription drug abuse, entering a 60-day program at a drug rehabilitation facility in Pennsylvania.

2020: Interview with André Gregory

In 2020, John Mulaney interviewed actor and playwright André Gregory for the Chicago Humanities Festival, discussing Gregory's memoir, This Is Not My Memoir, and his life and career.

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2020: Describes Himself as an Atheist

In a 2020 Desus & Mero interview, John Mulaney described himself as an atheist.

February 2021: Moves into Outpatient Care

In February 2021, John Mulaney moved into outpatient care after his stint in a drug rehabilitation center.

May 2021: Announcement of Separation from Annamarie Tendler

In May 2021, John Mulaney and Annamarie Tendler announced their separation.

May 2021: Return to Stand-up Comedy

In May 2021, John Mulaney returned to stand-up comedy, working out new material titled John Mulaney: From Scratch, performing several sold-out shows in New York City.

June 2021: Appears at Fundraiser Concert

In June 2021, John Mulaney appeared alongside Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as openers for a concert featuring the Strokes, which served as a fundraiser for New York City mayoral candidate Maya Wiley.

September 2021: Announcement of Pregnancy with Olivia Munn

In September 2021, John Mulaney announced that he and his girlfriend, actress Olivia Munn, were expecting a child.

November 24, 2021: Birth of First Child

On November 24, 2021, John Mulaney and Olivia Munn's first child, a son, was born.

January 2022: Divorce from Annamarie Tendler

In January 2022, John Mulaney and Annamarie Tendler divorced.

February 26, 2022: Joins Saturday Night Live's Five-Timers Club

On February 26, 2022, John Mulaney joined Saturday Night Live's Five-Timers Club during his fifth time hosting the show. Candice Bergen, Tina Fey, Elliott Gould, Paul Rudd, Steve Martin, and Conan O'Brien welcomed him in an on-air sketch.

May 2022: Invites Dave Chappelle to Open Show

In May 2022, during his From Scratch tour, John Mulaney invited Dave Chappelle to open his show, which drew criticism due to Chappelle's transphobic jokes.

June 2022: From Scratch Tour

In June 2022, John Mulaney's From Scratch tour was scheduled to end after running from March.

March 2023: Baby J Netflix Special Announcement

In March 2023, it was announced that John Mulaney's new Netflix special, titled Baby J, was slated for release on April 25, 2023.

April 17, 2023: Teaser Trailer Release for Baby J

On April 17, 2023, a teaser trailer was released for John Mulaney's upcoming Netflix special, Baby J.

April 25, 2023: Release of Baby J on Netflix

On April 25, 2023, John Mulaney's new Netflix special, Baby J, was released, focusing on his visit to drug rehabilitation and his efforts toward sobriety.

2023: Cancelled Panel During WGA Strike

During the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike, John Mulaney cancelled a panel with Jon Stewart to promote his comedy special Baby J in solidarity with the writers.

2023: Appearances on Bupkis and The Bear

In 2023, John Mulaney appeared as himself in the episode "Borgnine" of the Pete Davidson series Bupkis on Peacock, and as Stevie in multiple episodes of the Hulu series The Bear.

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2023: The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up

In 2023, John Mulaney honored Robin Williams in the Netflix special The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up, filmed at the Hollywood Palladium as part of the Netflix is a Joke Fest in Los Angeles.

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April 2024: Announcement of John Mulaney Presents: Everybody's in LA

In April 2024, John Mulaney announced a six-part series called John Mulaney Presents: Everybody's in LA, to be live-streamed on Netflix during the Netflix is a Joke Festival in May 2024.

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July 2024: Marriage to Olivia Munn

In July 2024, John Mulaney and Olivia Munn married in New York.

September 9, 2024: Return to Broadway in All In: Comedy About Love

On September 9, 2024, it was announced that John Mulaney would return to Broadway in the Simon Rich play All In: Comedy About Love, acting opposite Fred Armisen, Richard Kind, Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Chloe Fineman.

September 14, 2024: Birth of Second Child

On September 14, 2024, John Mulaney and Olivia Munn's second child, a daughter, was born via surrogate.

November 2, 2024: Sixth Time Hosting Saturday Night Live

On November 2, 2024, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the sixth time, making him the fourth SNL writer to host the show multiple times.

April 2025: Announcement of Mister Whatever Tour

In April 2025, John Mulaney announced the Mister Whatever tour across the United States and parts of Canada, sometimes joined by guests like Nick Kroll and Pete Davidson.

September 24, 2025: Announcement of Wrigley Field Headlining Performance

On September 24, 2025, John Mulaney joined baseball broadcaster Jon Sciambi at a Chicago Cubs game to announce that he would be the first comedian to headline Wrigley Field.

2025: Writer and Co-host for Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special

In 2025, John Mulaney served as a writer on the NBC television special, Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special where he also served as a co-host with Steve Martin and performed in sketches.

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