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James E. Breuer (born June 21, 1967)[1] is an American stand-up comedian, actor, musician, and radio host. He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 1998 and starred in the film Half Baked (1998).

Jim Breuer
Breuer in 2017
Birth nameJames E. Breuer
Born (1967-06-21) June 21, 1967 (age 55)
Valley Stream, New York, U.S.
MediumStand-up, television, film, radio
NationalityAmerican
Years active1988–present
GenresObservational comedy, improvisational comedy, character comedy, music
Subject(s)Everyday life, marriage, parenting, self-deprecation, heavy metal music
Spouse
Dee Breuer
​
(m. 1993)​
Children3
Notable works and roles
  • Saturday Night Live
  • Half Baked
  • Premium Blends
  • Web Junk 20
  • Fridays with Jim Breuer
Websitejimbreuer.com

Early life


Breuer was born in Valley Stream, New York on Long Island.[2]

His first job was at Sears when he was a teenager.[3]


Career



Television career


Breuer was a member of the cast of Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 1998, playing characters such as Joe Pesci and Goat Boy.[4] He went on to host The Jim Breuer Show after leaving SNL.[5] Breuer later hosted the third season of the VH1 show Web Junk 20, has done two Comedy Central specials—2002's Hardcore, and 2009's Let's Clear the Air—and has been featured in commercials for Pizza Hut.


Radio career


Breuer was a regular on The Howard Stern Show, Opie and Anthony Show[6] and is the host of Fridays with Jim Breuer, on Sirius Satellite Radio.


Other work


Breuer regularly tours as a comedian. Footage of his 2008 tour was used in his documentary More Than Me and in his 4-hour DVD program The Jim Breuer Road Journals.

Breuer has written one book: I'm Not High (But I've Got a Lot of Crazy Stories about Life as a Goat Boy, a Dad, and a Spiritual Warrior).[7]

In January 2011, he launched a podcast called "The Podcast Masters" with fellow comedian Pete Correale.[citation needed]

In September 2021, Breuer cancelled shows at venues requiring COVID-19 vaccination in New Jersey and Michigan and has stated that he will not perform at venues with such requirements.[8][9]


Personal life


From 2005 to 2021, Breuer lived in Chester Township, New Jersey, with his wife, Dee, and three daughters.[10] In August 2021, Breuer and his family moved to Naples, Florida after selling their home in New Jersey.[11]

He describes himself as a "superfan" of the New York Mets.[12]


Discography



Filmography


Year Title Role Notes
1992–1994Uptown Comedy ClubVarious
1995–1998Saturday Night LiveVariousCast Member
1995Home ImprovementJimEpisode: "Talk to Me"
1995Clerks: The TV ShowRandal GravesTV Short
1996'BuddiesJimUnaired Pilot
1998Half BakedBrian
1999DickJohn Dean
2000Titan A.E.The CookVoice
2000Once in the LifePizzaman
2001One Eyed KingPatrick 'Paddy' O'Donahue
2002American DummyTony MetropolisShort
2003Crooked LinesChris
2006Beer LeagueFootball Guy
2010More than MeHimself
2010The Jim Breuer Road JournalsHimself
2011ZookeeperCrowVoice
2012–2013MotorcityTooleyVoice, 11 episodes
2013The English TeacherNarcissist Man
2014Family GuyJoe Pesci (voice)Episode: "Brian's a Bad Father"
2014School DanceOfficer Lagney
2015Quitters
2016BlingMr. GlumpVoice
2016Rock and a Hard PlacePastor Darren
2016–2017Kevin Can WaitFather Phillip4 episodes
2017Liv & MaddieHimselfEpisode: "Big Break-A-Rooney"

References


  1. "Jim Breuer Biography". Starpulse.com. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved August 3, 2010.
  2. "Jim Breuer". TVGuide.com. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 20, 2019.
  3. Jim Breuer - Bombing in Sears - This Is Not Happening - Uncensored, retrieved 2022-06-19
  4. "Jim Breuer: Stand Up Videos and Funny Clips | Comedy Central's Jokes.com". Comedians.comedycentral.com. Retrieved August 3, 2010.
  5. "The Jim Breuer Show (1998– )". IMDb.com. 13 July 1998. Retrieved 2014-05-18.
  6. "Opie and Anthony Show Rundown for August 8th, 2008". 923krock.com. Retrieved 2014-05-18.
  7. Breuer, Jim (October 5, 2010). I'm Not High: (But I've Got a Lot of Crazy Stories about Life as a Goat Boy, a Dad, and a Spiritual Warrior). New York: Gotham Books. ISBN 978-1-59240-575-6.
  8. Fieldstadt, Elisha. "Comedian and 'SNL' alum Jim Breuer cancels shows at venues requiring Covid vaccination". www.nbcnews.com. Retrieved 2021-09-14.
  9. Judy Kurtz (September 14, 2021). "Comedian Jim Breuer won't perform at venues requiring vaccinations". The Hill. Retrieved February 9, 2022.
  10. Keller, Joel (October 16, 2005). "In Person; Mr. Breuer's Neighborhood". The New York Times. Retrieved October 28, 2007. Mr. Breuer's stand-up comedy often revolves around stories about his childhood in Valley Stream, N.Y., on Long Island, his marriage and his neighbors. Living in Chester speaks to how he wants to live.
  11. https://www.facebook.com/JimBreuer/videos/1890336124459466 [user-generated source]
  12. "Jim Breuer: Why Would You Boo the Mets?". Archived from the original on 2021-12-22 – via www.youtube.com.
  13. "Jim Breuer and the Loud & Rowdy". Metal Blade Records. Retrieved January 17, 2017.




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