Jimmy Fallon Biography
Jimmy Fallon is an American comedian, television host, actor, singer, writer, and producer. Mainly recognized for his contributions to television, Fallon rose to fame as a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live from 1998 to 2004. He served as the host of the late-night talk show Late Night with Jimmy Fallon from 2009 to 2014 and assumed the role of the host on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon after leaving Late Night.
Jimmy Fallon Age| Birthday
How old is Fallon? He is 49 years old as of 2024. He was born on September 19, 1974, in New York, United States.
Jimmy Fallon Education
Fallon went to Saugerties High School and graduated in 1992. Afterward, he joined The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, where he was a computer science major before changing to communications in his senior year. Later on, he got his Bachelor of Arts in communications together with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters.
Jimmy Fallon Height|Weight
He stands on an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70 kg.
Jimmy Fallon Family
Fallon was born in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City, to Gloria (née Feeley) and James Fallon. His paternal grandmother immigrated from Osterholz-Scharmbeck, Germany, while his maternal grandmother’s father was a Norwegian immigrant from Fredrikstad. Another pair of his great-great-grandparents was an Irish couple from County Galway, and his great-great-grandmother was born to an Irish couple in France. Fallon’s father, who spent his youth singing in doo-wop groups on street corners, later served in the Vietnam War. After his son’s birth, he began working as a machine repairman for IBM in Kingston, New York.
Jimmy Fallon Wife|Married
Fallon is happily married to his wife Nancy Juvonen who works as a film producer. They tied the knot on December 22, 2007, after he had proposed to her in August 2007 with a Neil Lane-designed engagement ring on the dock of Juvonen’s family home in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.
Jimmy Fallon Children| kids
Fallon and his wife Nancy Juvonen were blessed with two daughters born through surrogacy in 2013 and 2014. In addition, they have a female English cream Golden Retriever named Gary Frick.
Jimmy Fallon Career
Fallon left the College of Saint Rose in 1995 to fully commit to pursuing a career in comedy in Los Angeles. By the age of 21, he had secured a manager and started getting bookings. Fallon frequently performed stand-up at the Improv, earning $7.50 per set, and took classes with the Groundlings, an improv comedy troupe. He had a small role in the feature film The Scheme (originally titled The Entrepreneurs), and although his one line in the 1997 film Father’s Day was cut, he can still be spotted in the background. In 1998, Fallon had a brief appearance on the show Spin City during its second season as a man selling photographs.
Despite various pursuits, Fallon remained determined to join Saturday Night Live (SNL). At the age of 23, Fallon had his second audition, which was challenging. People had warned him that SNL creator Lorne Michaels rarely laughed during auditions. Nervous about being overshadowed by a comedian who came prepared with a multitude of props, Fallon went on stage and performed well. His act included a “celebrity walk-a-thon” featuring impressions of Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, and Adam Sandler, an SNL alumnus who had recently left the show. Michaels and others in the room laughed. Michaels then informed Fallon that they wanted him for the show, and Fallon, feeling the moment in “slow motion,” expressed to Michaels, “I’m going to make you proud” before leaving.
Acting Career
Fallon decided to explore a film career in 2004. Despite rejecting numerous major roles due to time constraints and a lack of interest in the scripts he encountered, he took on his first leading role in the movie Taxi, a remake of a French film. His decision was influenced by the involvement of co-star Queen Latifah and the film’s action-comedy style, drawing parallels to Eddie Murphy’s early success in 48 Hrs. (1982). During the fall of 2003, Fallon juggled filming in Los Angeles with his return to New York City for SNL. As his contract concluded, his sixth season on SNL marked his departure after the show’s twenty-ninth season in May 2004.
Taxi, which premiered in the fall of 2004 with high expectations from the studio, turned out to be Fallon’s first setback, receiving negative reviews from both critics and audiences. Despite this, 20th Century Fox had already enlisted him for a second major role, co-starring with Drew Barrymore in the 2005 romantic comedy Fever Pitch. While Fever Pitch performed better than Taxi, earning mild reviews and modest box office returns, Fallon’s film offers dwindled. This led to what he refers to as a “lost period,” characterized by increased alcohol consumption and uncertainty about his future career moves. Returning to New York, Fallon spent a couple of aimless years and wrote a screenplay during this period, revolving around a character in a goth band pretending to be a country music star.
More Information
Before departing SNL, Michaels suggested to Fallon that he would be a suitable candidate to take over NBC’s Late Night franchise once Conan O’Brien moved on to the Tonight Show. In February 2007, Michaels recommended that NBC secure Fallon with a holding deal to prevent him from being lured elsewhere. To prepare for his role as a late-night host, Fallon embarked on an eight-month tour of college campuses and comedy clubs, testing a new 50-minute routine. He also delved into the comedy of Chevy Chase, Dick Cavett, Johnny Carson, and The Larry Sanders Show. In May 2008, Fallon was officially announced as the successor to O’Brien’s Late Night.
Saturday Night Live
Fallon made his debut on Saturday Night Live as a featured player at the start of the show’s twenty-fourth season in September 1998. His popularity grew rapidly, with him achieving star status by his fourth episode. Fallon’s charm resonated strongly with his female fan base, leading to a flood of fan letters and the emergence of numerous fan sites dedicated to him. His contributions led to a promotion to repertory player in his second season.
The Tonight Show
Fallon made his first appearance on The Tonight Show on February 17, 2014, airing on NBC, which captivated an audience of 11.3 million viewers. The Tonight Show is an American late-night talk show that has been airing on the NBC Television Network since 1954.
Films and Television Shows
Fims
- Almost Famous
- The Rutles 2: Can’t Buy Me Lunch
- Anything Else
- The Scheme
- Taxi
- Fever Pitch
- Doogal
- Arthur and the Invisibles
- Factory Girl
- The Year of Getting to Know Us
- Whip It
- Jurassic World
- Jem and the Holograms
- Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
- Dads
- Siempre, Luis
- The Stand In
- Marry Me
- Spirited
Television Shows
- Saturday Night Live
- Spin City
- Band of Brothers
- MTV Movie Awards
- 2002 MTV Video Music Awards
- Late Show with David Letterman
- 2005 MTV Movie Awards
- 30 Rock
- Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
- The Electric Company
- Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
- Sesame Street
- Family Guy
- The Boys
- Girls5eva
- Only Murders in the Building
- 5 More Sleeps ‘Til Christmas
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Awards and nominations
- Teen Choice Awards
- Grammy Awards
- Webby Awards
- Primetime Emmy Awards
- People’s Choice Awards
- The Comedy Awards
- Critics’ Choice Television Awards
Jimmy Fallon Salary|Net Worth
Fallon has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 million.
Frequently asked questions about Fallon
Who is Fallon?
Jimmy Fallon is an American comedian, television host, actor, singer, writer, and producer. Mainly recognized for his contributions to television, Fallon rose to fame as a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live from 1998 to 2004. He served as the host of the late-night talk show Late Night with Jimmy Fallon from 2009 to 2014 and assumed the role of the host on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon after leaving Late Night.
Is Fallon Married?
Fallon is happily married to his wife Nancy Juvonen who works as a film producer. They tied the knot on December 22, 2007, after he had proposed to her in August 2007 with a Neil Lane-designed engagement ring on the dock of Juvonen’s family home in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.
Where does Fallon Live?
This information is under review and will be available soon.
