History of Nick Offerman in Timeline

Nick Offerman is an American actor, comedian, writer, and woodworker best known for portraying Ron Swanson in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation. His performance as the deadpan, libertarian character garnered him critical acclaim, including a Television Critics Association Award and two Critics' Choice Television Award nominations. Beyond his role in Parks and Recreation, Offerman has appeared in numerous films and television shows, showcasing his versatility as a performer. He has also authored books, further demonstrating his creative talents.

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June 26, 1970: Nicholas Offerman's Birth

On June 26, 1970, Nicholas David Offerman was born in Joliet, Illinois. He is the son of Cathy (née Roberts), a nurse, and Ric Offerman, a social studies teacher.

September 20, 2003: Marriage to Megan Mullally

On September 20, 2003, Nick Offerman married actress Megan Mullally.

2003: Marriage to Megan Mullally and Television Appearances

In 2003, Nick Offerman married Megan Mullally. That same year, he appeared on Mullally's talk show, "The Megan Mullally Show", and also began appearing on television shows such as "Will & Grace", "The King of Queens", "24", and "The West Wing".

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2009: Cast as Ron Swanson in Parks and Recreation

In 2009, Nick Offerman was offered the series regular role of Ron Swanson in the NBC sitcom "Parks and Recreation" by Michael Schur and Greg Daniels. The role is the deadpan, government-hating, libertarian head of a city parks department and boss of Amy Poehler's character Leslie Knope.

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July 27, 2013: Premiere of Axe Cop

On July 27, 2013, the animated series "Axe Cop", featuring the voice of Nick Offerman, premiered.

2013: Release of Paddle Your Own Canoe

In 2013, Nick Offerman's first semi-autobiographical publication, "Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man's Fundamentals for Delicious Living", was released. He also narrated the audiobook version.

Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man's Fundamentals for Delicious Living

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May 26, 2015: Release of Gumption

On May 26, 2015, Nick Offerman's second book, "Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America's Gutsiest Troublemakers", was released. Offerman also narrated the audiobook version.

Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America's Gutsiest Troublemakers

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October 18, 2016: Release of Good Clean Fun

On October 18, 2016, Nick Offerman's third book, "Good Clean Fun: Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop", was released. He also narrated the audiobook version.

Good Clean Fun: Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop

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July 20, 2019: Launch of All Rise Tour

On July 20, 2019, Nick Offerman kicked off his All Rise Tour in Thackerville, continuing through the rest of 2019 and hitting major cities such as Chicago, San Francisco, Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York, Detroit, and Atlanta.

August 27, 2024: Endorsing Kamala Harris with Parody Song

On August 27, 2024, Nick Offerman endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election with a song titled "Proud to Be a Kamala Man" a parody of "God Bless the USA" by Lee Greenwood.

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