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About Michael Ian Black

Comedian, actor, writer, and celebrity speaker Michael Ian Black is most recognized for his comic commentary on VH1's popular I Love the '70s/'80s/'90s series. His deadpan delivery of information and opinions keeps audiences entertained and laughing.

Michael Ian Black first came into the public spotlight as a co-founder and star of the groundbreaking sketch comedy show The State, which ran on CBS and MTV for a total of six years. In collaboration with his The State partner, Michael Showalter, he stars in Michael and Michael Have Issues, a new series on Comedy Central. His other work includes starring in and co-creating the comedy series Stella on Comedy Central, playing McKinley in the comedy cult-classic Wet Hot American Summer opposite Paul Rudd and Janeane Garafalo, and a regular role on NBC’s hit drama Ed. He is also the host of Comedy Central's Reality Bites Back.

Michael Ian Black is now working as editor-at-large of Cracked, the half century-old humor magazine. He has contributed to CNN on politics and current events and also writes a column called "Michael Ian Black Is a Very Famous Celebrity," for the online edition of McSweeney's. His first book, My Custom Van (And 50 Other Mind-Blowing Essays That Will Blow Your Mind All Over Your Face), came out to rave reviews in July 2008.

Check out Michael Ian Black’s blog.

Michael Ian Black's Speech Topic(s)

• Michael and Michael Have Issues
  Based on the new Comedy Central show, Michael Ian Black appears with his longtime comedy partner Michael Showalter, sharing humorous anecdotes and sketches, and a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at working in television comedy.
• The Awesome Life with Michael Ian Black
  Celebrity speaker Michael Ian Black has a subtly satirical, he-didn't-just-say-that humor that keeps audiences in stitches throughout the entire evening. He chronicles life as a C-list celebrity, and gives audiences a peek inside the Hollywood food chain.