Childhood and Education Journey of Seth MacFarlane in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Seth MacFarlane. From birth to education, explore key events.

Seth MacFarlane is a multifaceted American entertainer recognized for his work in animation, acting, writing, producing, directing, comedy, and music. He is the creator of the animated sitcom Family Guy and the science fiction comedy-drama The Orville. MacFarlane also co-created American Dad! and The Cleveland Show. He has extended his creative reach to film, writing, directing, and starring in the Ted movies and A Million Ways to Die in the West, demonstrating his diverse talents and impact on popular culture.

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1928: Arthur Sager's Olympic Participation

In 1928, Arthur Sager, Seth MacFarlane's maternal grandfather, competed in the Summer Olympics in track and field.

1946: Birth of Ronald Milton MacFarlane

In 1946, Ronald Milton MacFarlane, Seth MacFarlane's father, was born.

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1947: Birth of Ann Perry Sager

In 1947, Ann Perry (née Sager), Seth MacFarlane's mother, was born.

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1970: Parents' Meeting and Marriage

In 1970, Seth MacFarlane's parents, Ronald Milton MacFarlane and Ann Perry (née Sager) met in Boston and later married that year.

1972: Family Move to Kent

In 1972, Seth MacFarlane's parents moved to Kent, Connecticut, where Ann began working at South Kent School.

October 26, 1973: Seth MacFarlane Born

On October 26, 1973, Seth Woodbury MacFarlane was born. He would later become an acclaimed actor, animator, writer, producer, director, comedian, and singer.

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1991: High School Graduation

In 1991, Seth MacFarlane received his high school diploma from the Kent School.

1995: Graduation from RISD

In 1995, Seth MacFarlane graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

September 10, 2001: Speech at Rhode Island School of Design

On September 10, 2001, Seth MacFarlane gave a speech at his alma mater, the Rhode Island School of Design. He was scheduled to fly on American Airlines Flight 11 the next morning but missed the flight due to a hangover and a miscommunication about the departure time.

April 16, 2006: Address at Stanford University

On April 16, 2006, Seth MacFarlane was invited by Stanford University's ASSU Speakers' Bureau to address an audience of over 1,000 at Memorial Auditorium.

June 7, 2006: "Class Day" Address at Harvard University

On June 7, 2006, Seth MacFarlane was invited by Harvard University's class of 2006 to deliver the "class day" address. He spoke as himself, and also as Peter Griffin, Stewie Griffin and Glenn Quagmire.

2008: Donation to Democratic Party

In 2008, Seth MacFarlane donated over $200,000 to various Democratic congressional committees and to the 2008 presidential campaign of then-U.S. Senator Barack Obama.

2008: Statement on Gay Rights

In 2008, prior to the Obergefell v. Hodges case, Seth MacFarlane expressed his strong support for gay rights and criticized the discriminatory treatment of gay couples.

May 2010: Conversation with Larry King about MacFarlane

In May 2010, Ann Perry Sager and Larry King had a conversation that Larry King acknowledged during an interview with Seth MacFarlane on Larry King Live.

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July 16, 2010: Death of Mother, Ann Perry Sager

On July 16, 2010, Seth MacFarlane's mother, Ann Perry Sager, died from cancer.

October 2011: Communion Ceremony Fascination

In an October 2011 interview, Seth MacFarlane revealed his childhood fascination with the Communion ceremony, which inspired a controversial comic strip.