History of Nathan Fielder in Timeline

Nathan Fielder is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, director, and producer renowned for his unique brand of awkward humor and his work that often blurs the lines between reality and fiction. He has received significant recognition for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including an Independent Spirit Award and a WGA Award, along with a Primetime Emmy nomination. Fielder's influence and impact were further acknowledged when he was included in Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 12, 1983: Nathan Fielder's Birth

On May 12, 1983, Nathan Joseph Fielder was born. He would later become a known Canadian comedian, actor, writer, director, and producer.

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2005: Graduation from the University of Victoria

In 2005, Nathan Fielder graduated from the University of Victoria with a BComm.

2006: Enrollment in Humber College's Comedy Program

In 2006, Nathan Fielder enrolled in Humber College's Comedy Program after moving to Toronto.

2006: Recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award

In 2006, Nathan Fielder received the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award.

2008: Correspondent for CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes

In 2008, Nathan Fielder started his career as a correspondent for CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes for the segment series Nathan on Your Side.

2009: Correspondent for CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes

In 2009, Nathan Fielder continued his role as a correspondent for CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes for the segment series Nathan on Your Side.

2010: Writer and Director for Important Things with Demetri Martin

In 2010, Nathan Fielder wrote and directed a number of sketches for Season 2 of Important Things with Demetri Martin on Comedy Central.

2011: Guest Voice Actor on Bob's Burgers

In 2011, Nathan Fielder was featured as a guest voice actor on the Season 2 finale of Bob's Burgers, "Beefsquatch".

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2011: Writer and Appearance on Important Things with Demetri Martin

In 2011, Nathan Fielder wrote and appeared on the American sketch show Important Things with Demetri Martin.

2013: Co-created and Directed Nathan for You

In 2013, Nathan Fielder co-created and directed the Comedy Central parody reality show Nathan for You, in which he starred as a slightly more awkward version of himself, who offers advice to struggling businesses.

2013: Co-creation of Nathan for You

In 2013, Nathan Fielder co-created his own show on Comedy Central called Nathan for You. He wrote, directed, and starred in the show, which was based on the "Nathan On Your Side" segments that he did for This Hour Has 22 Minutes.

February 7, 2014: Opening of Dumb Starbucks Coffee

On February 7, 2014, Dumb Starbucks Coffee opened in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, as a parody of Starbucks, using the chain's logo and mimicking its products. Beverages and pastries were distributed free of charge.

February 10, 2014: Closure of Dumb Starbucks Coffee and Fielder's Announcement

On February 10, 2014, Dumb Starbucks Coffee was closed by the Los Angeles County Health Department due to permit issues. Shortly after, Nathan Fielder revealed he was behind the parody.

2014: Divorce

In 2014, Nathan Fielder divorced his wife, a children's librarian.

2015: Appearance in The Night Before

In 2015, Nathan Fielder appeared in the film The Night Before.

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2015: Creation of Summit Ice Apparel

In 2015, Nathan Fielder started a not-for-profit company called Summit Ice Apparel after learning that Taiga posted a tribute to Holocaust denier Doug Collins. 100% of profits go to the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre.

March 2017: Summit Ice Apparel Pop-Up Shop

In March 2017, Nathan Fielder opened a pop-up shop in Vancouver for Summit Ice Apparel, where people could buy Summit Ice Apparel or exchange their Taiga jacket for a Summit Ice jacket. Fielder himself worked the register.

November 2017: End of Nathan for You

In November 2017, Nathan Fielder's show Nathan for You finished its fourth and final season.

2017: Appearance in The Disaster Artist

In 2017, Nathan Fielder appeared in the biopic The Disaster Artist.

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2017: Nathan for You Ended

In 2017, Nathan Fielder's show Nathan for You ended its run on Comedy Central.

2018: Consulting Producer, Writer, and Co-Director for Who is America?

In 2018, Nathan Fielder worked as a consulting producer, writer, and co-director for the Sacha Baron Cohen created political mockumentary series Who is America?

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2020: Executive Produced How To with John Wilson

In 2020, Nathan Fielder executive produced the HBO docu-series How To with John Wilson.

2021: HBO Announces The Rehearsal

In 2021, HBO announced a new comedy series called The Rehearsal, starring Nathan Fielder, who also served as writer, executive producer, and director.

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2022: The Rehearsal Premiered

In 2022, Nathan Fielder's HBO docu-comedy The Rehearsal premiered.

2022: Release and Award for The Rehearsal

In 2022, Nathan Fielder's show, The Rehearsal, was released to critical acclaim and he won the Independent Spirit Award for Best New Non-Scripted or Documentary Series for the series.

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2023: Creation of The Curse

In 2023, Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie created his first scripted show, Showtime's The Curse, in which he stars, alongside Safdie and Emma Stone.

2023: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2023, Nathan Fielder was featured on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2023: Premiere of The Curse Episodes

In 2023, the first three episodes of the comedy series The Curse, created and written by Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie, premiered at the New York Film Festival.

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