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.
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.
1947: Birth of Ann Perry Sager
In 1947, Ann Perry (née Sager), Seth MacFarlane's mother, was born.
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.
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.
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.
2012: Relationship with Emilia Clarke
From 2012 to 2013, Seth MacFarlane was in a relationship with British actress Emilia Clarke.
2012: Donation to Library of Congress
In 2012, Seth MacFarlane donated money to create The Seth MacFarlane Collection of the Carl Sagan and Ann Druyan Archive at the Library of Congress.
November 12, 2013: Opening of Collection at Library of Congress
On November 12, 2013, The Seth MacFarlane Collection of the Carl Sagan and Ann Druyan Archive opened at the Library of Congress.
2013: End of Relationship with Emilia Clarke
From 2012 to 2013, Seth MacFarlane was in a relationship with British actress Emilia Clarke.
2015: Endorsement of Bernie Sanders
In 2015, Seth MacFarlane endorsed Bernie Sanders for the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and introduced Sanders onstage at a Los Angeles rally.
2016: Support for Hillary Clinton
After the primaries in 2016, Seth MacFarlane supported Hillary Clinton for president during the general election.
2019: Support for Pete Buttigieg
In 2019, Seth MacFarlane supported Pete Buttigieg in the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
2020: Endorsement of Joe Biden
After the primaries in 2020, Seth MacFarlane endorsed Joe Biden for president during the general election.
2022: New Frog Species Named After MacFarlane
In 2022, a newly discovered species of Hyloscirtus frog (Hyloscirtus sethmacfarlanei) from Ecuador was named after Seth MacFarlane.
2024: Endorsement of Kamala Harris
In 2024, after Biden withdrew his candidacy, Seth MacFarlane endorsed Kamala Harris.
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