Brendan Hay, 1979
Writers · February 19, 1979
Brendan Hay
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Brendan Hay is 47 years old, born February 19, 1979 in United States · Pisces.
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About
Brendan Hay writes animated comedies and comic books for major studios. Born in the US in 1979, he served as showrunner for DreamWorks Animation and Netflix projects like Harvey Girls Forever! and Dawn of the Croods, and was head writer on the unreleased Star Wars Detours. His television credits span The Simpsons, Robot Chicken (Emmy-nominated twice), and The Daily Show. As a Pisces, he channels imaginative storytelling across multiple mediums.
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Biography
Brendan Hay is an American screenwriter, comic book creator, and television producer who has shaped animated comedy across streaming platforms and legacy networks. Born February 19, 1979, in the US, Hay served as showrunner for Harvey Girls Forever! and Dawn of the Croods, both produced for DreamWorks Animation and Netflix. He was executive producer of the Gremlins animated prequel series. His screenwriting résumé includes Emmy-nominated work on Robot Chicken (2011 and 2015 nominations), a season 20 Simpsons episode titled "Coming to Homerica," Frank TV, and The Mighty B!. Before his animation career took off, Hay worked as a headline producer for The Daily Show and contributed to America (The Book). He also served as head writer on Star Wars Detours, an unreleased Lucasfilm Animation comedy project. As a screenwriter, Hay balances comedic writing with world-building across genres—from late-night satirical television to children's animated series and fan-beloved franchises. His life-path number 11 reflects his role as a visionary connector across media formats. A Pisces born in February, he brings imaginative, collaborative energy to ensemble writing projects.
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Trivia
- Hay's first credited Simpsons episode, "Coming to Homerica," was the season 20 finale.
- He was nominated for Emmy Awards for his Robot Chicken writing in both 2011 and 2015.
- Hay served as head writer on Star Wars Detours, a Lucasfilm Animation comedy that was never released.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Visionary
11 carries the qualities of 2 amplified. Highly intuitive, often associated with thought leaders and trend-setters in their fields.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 11 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- RockyRabbit · 1999
CHALLENGING
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Tian Xiwei
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Frequently asked
- How old is Brendan Hay?
- Brendan Hay is 47 years old (born February 19, 1979).
- When is Brendan Hay's birthday?
- Brendan Hay was born on February 19, 1979.
- What is Brendan Hay's zodiac sign?
- Brendan Hay is a Pisces, born February 19, 1979.
- What is Brendan Hay's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Brendan Hay was born in 1979, the year of the Earth Goat.
- Where is Brendan Hay from?
- Brendan Hay is from United States.
- What does Brendan Hay do?
- Brendan Hay is a writer.
- Is Brendan Hay still alive?
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