History of Steve Carell in Timeline
Steve Carell is a highly acclaimed American actor and comedian, best known for his iconic role as Michael Scott in the NBC sitcom, The Office. His involvement extended beyond acting, as he also contributed as a producer, executive producer, writer, and director for the series. Carell's performance in The Office earned him a Golden Globe Award. He has been celebrated as "America's Funniest Man" by Life magazine, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in comedy and entertainment.
1925: Father Edwin A. Carell Born
In 1925, Edwin A. Carell, Steve Carell's father, was born. He was a mechanical engineer.
August 16, 1962: Steven John Carell Born
On August 16, 1962, Steven John Carell was born. He is an American actor and comedian.
1967: Peter Sellers film The Bobo was released
In 1967, Steve Carell planned to make a remake of the Peter Sellers film The Bobo.
1984: Graduated from Denison University
In 1984, Steve Carell graduated from Denison University with a degree in history.
1989: TV Commercial for Brown's Chicken
In 1989, Steve Carell appeared in a television commercial for Brown's Chicken.
1991: Performed with The Second City
In 1991, Steve Carell performed with Chicago troupe The Second City.
August 5, 1995: Marriage to Nancy Walls
On August 5, 1995, Steve Carell married Nancy Walls, a Saturday Night Live cast member.
1996: Cast Member on The Dana Carvey Show
In 1996, Steve Carell gained recognition as a cast member on "The Dana Carvey Show".
1999: Correspondent for The Daily Show
In 1999, Steve Carell became a correspondent for The Daily Show.
May 2001: Birth of Daughter Elisabeth Anne
In May 2001, Steve Carell's daughter, Elisabeth Anne, was born.
2002: Starred in Watching Ellie
In 2002, Steve Carell starred in the situation comedy, "Watching Ellie".
2003: Starred in Watching Ellie
In 2003, Steve Carell continued to star in the situation comedy, "Watching Ellie".
June 2004: Birth of Son John
In June 2004, Steve Carell's son, John, was born.
2004: Acted in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
In 2004, Steve Carell starred in the film, "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy".
2004: Acted in Anchorman
In 2004, Steve Carell's first major film role was as Brick Tamland in "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy".
2005: Starred in The Office
In 2005, Steve Carell began starring as Michael Scott in the NBC sitcom "The Office".
2005: Signed on to star in The Office
In 2005, Steve Carell signed a deal with NBC to star in "The Office".
2005: Acted in The 40-Year-Old Virgin
In 2005, Steve Carell starred in "The 40-Year-Old Virgin", which he also developed and wrote. The film's success established him as a leading man.
2006: Acted in Bewitched, Over the Hedge, and Little Miss Sunshine
In 2006, Steve Carell played Uncle Arthur in "Bewitched", voiced Hammy the Squirrel in "Over the Hedge", and starred in "Little Miss Sunshine".
2006: Acted in Little Miss Sunshine
In 2006, Steve Carell starred in "Little Miss Sunshine".
2006: Voice acted in Over the Hedge
In 2006, Steve Carell voice acted in "Over the Hedge".
2006: Won Golden Globe for The Office
In 2006, Steve Carell won a Golden Globe Award for his role in "The Office".
2007: Acted in Evan Almighty and Dan in Real Life
In 2007, Steve Carell starred in "Evan Almighty" and "Dan in Real Life".
2007: Acted in Evan Almighty
In 2007, Steve Carell starred in "Evan Almighty".
2007: Writers Guild of America strike
In 2007, production ended during the middle of the fourth season of The Office because of Carell's and others' refusal to cross the picket line of the 2007 Writers Guild of America strike.
2008: Voiced Ned McDodd in Horton Hears a Who! and starred in Get Smart
In 2008, Steve Carell voiced Ned McDodd in "Horton Hears a Who!" and starred in "Get Smart".
2008: Signed a First Look Deal with Warner Bros
In 2008, Steve Carell's Carousel Productions signed a first look deal with Warner Bros.
February 2009: Purchase of Marshfield Hills General Store
In February 2009, Steve Carell purchased the Marshfield Hills General Store in Marshfield, Massachusetts.
2009: Launched Television Arm of Carousel Productions
In 2009, Steve Carell's production company, Carousel Productions, launched a television arm and signed a deal with Universal Media Studios.
April 29, 2010: Announced departure from The Office
On April 29, 2010, Steve Carell stated that he would be leaving "The Office" when his contract expired.
2010: Acted in Date Night and Despicable Me
In 2010, Steve Carell starred in "Date Night" and voiced Gru in "Despicable Me".
April 28, 2011: Last Episode as Main Character in The Office
On April 28, 2011, Steve Carell's last episode as a main character in "The Office", titled "Goodbye, Michael," aired.
2011: Departure from The Office
In 2011, Steve Carell left "The Office" as a main cast member to focus on his film career.
2011: Acted in Crazy, Stupid, Love
In 2011, Steve Carell starred in "Crazy, Stupid, Love".
2013: Returned to The Office for a cameo
In 2013, Steve Carell made a cameo in the final episode of "The Office".
2013: Reprised Role in The Office Finale and Acted in The Way, Way Back
In 2013, Steve Carell reprised his role briefly in "The Office" series finale and acted in the film "The Way, Way Back".
2013: Acted in Despicable Me 2
In 2013, Steve Carell reprised the role of Gru in "Despicable Me 2".
2013: Acted in Anchorman 2 and The Way, Way Back
In 2013, Steve Carell starred in "Anchorman 2" and "The Way, Way Back".
2014: Starred in Foxcatcher
In 2014, Steve Carell starred in "Foxcatcher" as John Eleuthère du Pont, receiving nominations for the Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Actor.
October 2015: Released Freeheld
In October 2015, Steve Carell's "Freeheld" was released.
December 2015: Release of "The Big Short"
In December 2015, "The Big Short", starring Steve Carell as Mark Baum (based on Steve Eisman), was released. Carell received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor for his performance. The film was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.
2015: Acted in The Big Short
In 2015, Steve Carell starred in "The Big Short", earning him his eighth Golden Globe Award nomination.
2016: Mother Harriet Theresa Died
In 2016, Harriet Theresa, Steve Carell's mother, passed away.
2016: Co-created Angie Tribeca
In 2016, Steve Carell co-created the comedy series "Angie Tribeca" with his wife, Nancy Carell.
2016: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 2016, Steve Carell received the 2,570th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the film industry.
2016: Starring in "Cafe Society"
In 2016, Steve Carell replaced Bruce Willis in Woody Allen's "Café Society," alongside Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg. The film premiered at the 69th Cannes Film Festival, opening the festival.
2017: Acted in Despicable Me 3
In 2017, Steve Carell reprised the role of Gru in "Despicable Me 3".
2017: Starring in "Battle of the Sexes" and "Last Flag Flying"
In 2017, Steve Carell starred in "Battle of the Sexes" as Bobby Riggs alongside Emma Stone. He also starred in "Last Flag Flying" with Laurence Fishburne and Bryan Cranston.
2017: Acted in Battle of the Sexes
In 2017, Steve Carell starred in "Battle of the Sexes", earning him his ninth Golden Globe Award nomination.
2018: Discussed potential revival of The Office
In 2018, Steve Carell discussed the potential revival of "The Office", expressing his reservations about recapturing the original's success.
2018: Starring in "Beautiful Boy", "Vice", and "Welcome to Marwen"
In 2018, Steve Carell starred in "Beautiful Boy" as David Sheff, "Vice" as Donald Rumsfeld, and "Welcome to Marwen" as Mark Hogancamp.
2018: Acted in Vice and Beautiful Boy
In 2018, Steve Carell starred in the films "Vice" and "Beautiful Boy".
October 2019: Signs on for Season 2 of "The Morning Show"
In October 2019, Steve Carell signed on to star in the second season of Apple TV+'s "The Morning Show" after initially signing a one-year deal for the first season only.
2019: Starred in The Morning Show
In 2019, Steve Carell starred as Mitch Kessler in "The Morning Show", receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
May 2020: Starring in "Space Force" on Netflix
In May 2020, Steve Carell began starring in the Netflix workplace comedy series "Space Force," which he also co-created and produces.
June 26, 2020: Release of "Irresistible"
On June 26, 2020, the political comedy film "Irresistible," starring Steve Carell, was released on Premium VOD and in selected theaters due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
November 2020: "Space Force" Renewed for Season 2
In November 2020, "Space Force", starring Steve Carell, was renewed for a second season.
2020: Starred in Space Force
In 2020, Steve Carell starred in the Netflix sitcom "Space Force".
2020: Premiere of "The Morning Show" Season 2
In 2020, the second season of "The Morning Show," starring Steve Carell, premiered.
2021: Father Edwin A. Carell Died
In 2021, Edwin A. Carell, Steve Carell's father, died.
2022: Reprising Role in "Minions: The Rise of Gru" and Starring in "The Patient"
In 2022, Steve Carell reprised his role as Gru in "Minions: The Rise of Gru." He also starred in and executive produced "The Patient" on FX on Hulu.
2022: Starred in The Patient
In 2022, Steve Carell starred in the FX on Hulu limited series "The Patient".
2023: Starring in "Asteroid City"
In 2023, Steve Carell replaced Bill Murray in Wes Anderson's "Asteroid City".
2023: Broadway Debut in "Uncle Vanya"
In 2023, it was announced that Steve Carell would make his Broadway debut in the Lincoln Center revival of Anton Chekov's "Uncle Vanya".
2024: Broadway Debut in Uncle Vanya
In 2024, Steve Carell made his Broadway debut in "Uncle Vanya".
2024: Acted in Despicable Me 4
In 2024, Steve Carell reprised the role of Gru in "Despicable Me 4".
