On July 16, 1967, John William Ferrel was born in Irvine, California. He would grow up to be known as Will Ferrell. His mother was a teacher and his father was a musician with The Righteous Brothers., and they were both from Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. He moved to Los Angeles and auditioned for a comedy group, which was successful, and he developed his improvisational gifts with the group. He was with Saturday Night Live for seven years and then went on to make movies. He married Viveca Paulin, a Swedish actress and they live with their three sons in their homes in New York City and Orange County.
Recommended Resources
The Internet Movie Database’s section about comedian Will Ferrell includes a mini biography, other luminaries with whom he is associated, vital statistics, and trivia as well as news articles, photographs, and video clips.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002071/bio
Will Ferrell on Playing a Serious Man
A Moviefone interview with Will Ferrell about his playing a serious role, as an alcoholic who loses his wife and his job at the same time in the movie "Everything Must Go." He talks about his decision to play this character, among other things.
http://www.moviefone.ca/2010/09/12/will-ferrell-toronto-film-festival-everything-must-go-interview/
Shares the life and career details of the famed comedian, as well as a quick reference panel for vital statistics. Also features photographs from all different years, and what makes him famous.
http://www.biography.com/people/will-ferrell-9542601
