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Mr. Funny Pants: The Hilarious and Heartfelt Story of Michael Showalter

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Mr. Funny Pants

by Michael Showalter

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2430 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	281 pages

Michael Showalter is a comedian, actor, writer, director, and producer who has been making audiences laugh for decades. His new book, Mr. Funny Pants, is a hilarious and heartfelt memoir that tells the story of his life and career.

Showalter's journey to becoming a successful comedian was not always easy. He grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania, and he was often bullied for being overweight and shy. But Showalter never gave up on his dream of making people laugh. He started performing stand-up comedy in his early 20s, and he quickly gained a following for his self-deprecating humor and his ability to connect with audiences.

In the early 1990s, Showalter joined the cast of the sketch comedy show The State. The State was a critically acclaimed show that helped to launch the careers of several comedians, including Showalter, David Wain, and Ken Marino.

After The State ended, Showalter continued to act in films and television shows, and he also wrote and directed several films. He has starred in such films as Wet Hot American Summer, They Came Together, and The Big Sick. He has also directed such films as The Baxter and Hello, My Name Is Doris.

In Mr. Funny Pants, Showalter opens up about his struggles with anxiety and depression. He also talks about his relationships with his family and friends, and he shares some of the lessons he has learned about life and comedy.

Mr. Funny Pants is a funny, heartwarming, and inspiring book. It is a must-read for fans of Michael Showalter and for anyone who has ever dreamed of making people laugh.

Praise for Mr. Funny Pants

"Michael Showalter is a national treasure. Mr. Funny Pants is a hilarious and heartwarming memoir that will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between." - Tina Fey

"Michael Showalter is one of the funniest people I know. Mr. Funny Pants is a hilarious and insightful look at his life and career." - David Wain

"Mr. Funny Pants is a must-read for any fan of Michael Showalter. It's funny, heartwarming, and inspiring." - Ken Marino

About Michael Showalter

Michael Showalter is a comedian, actor, writer, director, and producer. He is best known for his work on the sketch comedy show The State, and for his roles in such films as Wet Hot American Summer, They Came Together, and The Big Sick. Showalter has also directed such films as The Baxter and Hello, My Name Is Doris.

Showalter is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. He is married to actress and comedian Jessi Klein. They have two children.

Mr. Funny Pants

by Michael Showalter

4.3 out of 5